2007 Nissan X-Trail vs. 1960 Wartburg 311
To start off, 2007 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 47 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan X-Trail (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1960 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 1960 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 530 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 Nissan X-Trail (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Wartburg 311. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan X-Trail will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Nissan X-Trail | 1960 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Nissan | Wartburg |
| Model | X-Trail | 311 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 6.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 43 L |
