2009 Chevrolet Trans Sport vs. 1966 Wartburg 311
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Trans Sport is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 3,350 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Trans Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Trans Sport (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1966 Wartburg 311. (50 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Trans Sport should accelerate faster than 1966 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Trans Sport weights approximately 983 kg more than 1966 Wartburg 311. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Trans Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Wartburg 311. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Trans Sport 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, 2009 Chevrolet Trans Sport (283 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Wartburg 311. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Trans Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Trans Sport | 1966 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Wartburg |
| Model | Trans Sport | 311 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3350 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 50 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 283 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1953 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 43 L |
