2005 Nissan Terrano vs. 1955 Wartburg 311
To start off, 2005 Nissan Terrano 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 2,954 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Terrano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Terrano (155 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1955 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Terrano should accelerate faster than 1955 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Terrano weights approximately 934 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 Terrano (328 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Wartburg 311. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Terrano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Nissan Terrano | 1955 Wartburg 311 | |
Make | Nissan | Wartburg |
Model | Terrano | 311 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2954 cc | 900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 155 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 328 Nm | 82 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.9:1 | 6.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1894 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2460 mm |