2005 Nissan Quest vs. 1955 Wartburg 311
To start off, 2005 Nissan Quest is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 3,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Quest (240 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 1955 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 1955 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Quest weights approximately 860 kg more than 1955 Wartburg 311. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Nissan Quest (314 Nm) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Wartburg 311. (82 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Quest | 1955 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Nissan | Wartburg |
| Model | Quest | 311 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3293 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 6.6:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2460 mm |
