2005 Honda CR-V vs. 1960 Wartburg 311
To start off, 2005 Honda CR-V is newer by 45 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda CR-V (148 HP) has 99 more horse power than 1960 Wartburg 311. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1960 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda CR-V weights approximately 530 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 2005 Honda CR-V 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, 2005 Honda CR-V 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, 2005 Honda CR-V (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Wartburg 311. (99 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda CR-V | 1960 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Honda | Wartburg |
| Model | CR-V | 311 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1960 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 43 L |
