2008 Chrysler Voyager vs. 1963 Wartburg 311
To start off, 2008 Chrysler Voyager is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 2,429 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Chrysler Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chrysler Voyager (145 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1963 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chrysler Voyager should accelerate faster than 1963 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chrysler Voyager weights approximately 955 kg more than 1963 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, 2008 Chrysler Voyager (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Wartburg 311. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2008 Chrysler Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chrysler Voyager | 1963 Wartburg 311 | |
Make | Chrysler | Wartburg |
Model | Voyager | 311 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2429 cc | 900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 70.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 6.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 43 L |