2009 Honda Pilot vs. 1960 Wartburg 311
To start off, 2009 Honda Pilot is newer by 49 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Pilot (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 1960 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1960 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Pilot weights approximately 995 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Honda Pilot (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Wartburg 311. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Pilot | 1960 Wartburg 311 | |
Make | Honda | Wartburg |
Model | Pilot | 311 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 250 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 343 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 6.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 43 L |