2007 Renault Megane vs. 1965 Wartburg 311
To start off, 2007 Renault Megane is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Renault Megane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Megane (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1965 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 1965 Wartburg 311.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Renault Megane (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Wartburg 311. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Renault Megane | 1965 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Renault | Wartburg |
| Model | Megane | 311 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1870 cc | 899 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.3:1 | 6.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 43 L |
