1955 Wartburg 311 vs. 1984 Ford Laser
To start off, 1984 Ford Laser is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Ford Laser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ford Laser (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1955 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ford Laser should accelerate faster than 1955 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Wartburg 311 weights approximately 170 kg more than 1984 Ford Laser.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Ford Laser (120 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Wartburg 311. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1984 Ford Laser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Wartburg 311 | 1984 Ford Laser | |
| Make | Wartburg | Ford |
| Model | 311 | Laser |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 900 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 82 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2370 mm |
