1965 Wartburg 312 vs. 2011 Ford Kuga
To start off, 2011 Ford Kuga is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Ford Kuga is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Kuga (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1965 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Kuga should accelerate faster than 1965 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Kuga weights approximately 580 kg more than 1965 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, 2011 Ford Kuga (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Kuga will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Wartburg 312 | 2011 Ford Kuga | |
Make | Wartburg | Ford |
Model | 312 | Kuga |
Year Released | 1965 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 900 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 36 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 81 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.6:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 53 L |