2008 Nissan Navara vs. 1960 Wartburg 311
To start off, 2008 Nissan Navara is newer by 48 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 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Navara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Navara (172 HP) has 123 more horse power than 1960 Wartburg 311. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Navara should accelerate faster than 1960 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Navara weights approximately 1062 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 2008 Nissan Navara 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, 2008 Nissan Navara 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 Nissan Navara (403 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 304 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Wartburg 311. (99 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Navara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Nissan Navara | 1960 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Nissan | Wartburg |
| Model | Navara | 311 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1960 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2488 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 403 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2032 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 43 L |
