2009 Jeep Commander vs. 1965 Wartburg 311
To start off, 2009 Jeep Commander is newer by 44 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 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jeep Commander (358 HP) has 309 more horse power than 1965 Wartburg 311. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 1965 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Commander weights approximately 1073 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, 2009 Jeep Commander (527 Nm @ 4350 RPM) has 429 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Wartburg 311. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Jeep Commander | 1965 Wartburg 311 | |
Make | Jeep | Wartburg |
Model | Commander | 311 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1965 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5654 cc | 991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 358 HP | 49 HP |
Torque | 527 Nm | 98 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4350 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 7.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2043 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 43 L |