2009 Nissan Quest vs. 1960 Wartburg 311
To start off, 2009 Nissan Quest 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 3,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Quest (235 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 1960 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 1960 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Quest weights approximately 594 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 Nissan Quest (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Wartburg 311. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Nissan Quest | 1960 Wartburg 311 | |
Make | Nissan | Wartburg |
Model | Quest | 311 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3494 cc | 900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 235 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 82 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 6.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1554 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 40 L |