2008 Opel Meriva vs. 1965 Wartburg 311
To start off, 2008 Opel Meriva is newer by 43 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 1,246 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Opel Meriva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Opel Meriva (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1965 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Opel Meriva should accelerate faster than 1965 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Meriva weights approximately 370 kg more than 1965 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 Opel Meriva (170 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Wartburg 311. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2008 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Opel Meriva | 1965 Wartburg 311 | |
Make | Opel | Wartburg |
Model | Meriva | 311 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1246 cc | 899 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.6:1 | 6.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 43 L |