1955 Wartburg 312 vs. 1985 Ford Tempo
To start off, 1985 Ford Tempo is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 2,307 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Ford Tempo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ford Tempo (100 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1955 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ford Tempo should accelerate faster than 1955 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Ford Tempo weights approximately 205 kg more than 1955 Wartburg 312. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Ford Tempo (170 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1985 Ford Tempo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Wartburg 312 | 1985 Ford Tempo | |
| Make | Wartburg | Ford |
| Model | 312 | Tempo |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 900 cc | 2307 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2540 mm |
