1968 Ford Escort vs. 1964 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1968 Ford Escort is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Ford Escort (64 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1964 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1964 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Wartburg 312 weights approximately 95 kg more than 1968 Ford Escort.
Because 1968 Ford Escort is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Ford Escort. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1964 Wartburg 312, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1968 Ford Escort (101 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1968 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Ford Escort | 1964 Wartburg 312 | |
Make | Ford | Wartburg |
Model | Escort | 312 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1964 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 101 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 63 mm | 78 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 871 kg | 966 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 43 L |