2009 Dodge Durango vs. 1966 Wartburg 311
To start off, 2009 Dodge Durango 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 5,652 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Durango (345 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 295 more horse power than 1966 Wartburg 311. (50 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 1966 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Durango weights approximately 721 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 Dodge Durango 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 Dodge Durango 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 Dodge Durango (515 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 417 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Wartburg 311. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Durango | 1966 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Dodge | Wartburg |
| Model | Durango | 311 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1966 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5652 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 50 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 43 L |
