2006 Jeep Cherokee vs. 1960 Wartburg 311
To start off, 2006 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 2,776 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jeep Cherokee (160 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1960 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1960 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 1071 kg more than 1960 Wartburg 311. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Wartburg 311. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Jeep Cherokee will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2006 Jeep Cherokee (401 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Wartburg 311. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2006 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Jeep Cherokee | 1960 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Jeep | Wartburg |
| Model | Cherokee | 311 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2776 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 70.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2031 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 43 L |
