2008 Honda Ridgeline vs. 1963 Wartburg 311
To start off, 2008 Honda Ridgeline 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Honda Ridgeline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Ridgeline (247 HP) has 198 more horse power than 1963 Wartburg 311. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 1963 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Ridgeline weights approximately 310 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.
Because 2008 Honda Ridgeline is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Wartburg 311. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Honda Ridgeline 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, 2008 Honda Ridgeline (333 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Wartburg 311. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Ridgeline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Ridgeline | 1963 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Honda | Wartburg |
| Model | Ridgeline | 311 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1963 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 333 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 43 L |
