2009 Jeep Compass vs. 1965 Wartburg 311
To start off, 2009 Jeep Compass 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 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Compass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jeep Compass (172 HP) has 123 more horse power than 1965 Wartburg 311. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Compass should accelerate faster than 1965 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Compass weights approximately 423 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 Compass (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Wartburg 311. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Compass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Jeep Compass | 1965 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Jeep | Wartburg |
| Model | Compass | 311 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1965 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1393 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 43 L |
