2009 Jeep Commander vs. 1960 Wartburg 311
To start off, 2009 Jeep Commander 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 2,987 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jeep Commander (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1960 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 1960 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Commander weights approximately 1395 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 2009 Jeep Commander 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, 2009 Jeep Commander 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 Jeep Commander (510 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 428 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Wartburg 311. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Jeep Commander | 1960 Wartburg 311 | |
Make | Jeep | Wartburg |
Model | Commander | 311 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2987 cc | 900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 510 Nm | 82 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.7:1 | 6.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2355 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 40 L |