2009 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 1966 Wartburg 311
To start off, 2009 Nissan Pathfinder 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 3,953 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Pathfinder (262 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 1966 Wartburg 311. (50 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1966 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 359 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 Nissan Pathfinder is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Nissan Pathfinder. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1966 Wartburg 311, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Nissan Pathfinder (288 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Wartburg 311. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Nissan Pathfinder | 1966 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Nissan | Wartburg |
| Model | Pathfinder | 311 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1966 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3953 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 262 HP | 50 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 288 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1329 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 43 L |
