1968 Ford Escort vs. 1965 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1968 Ford Escort is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Wartburg 311 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 (56 HP) has 7 more horse power than 1965 Wartburg 311. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1965 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Wartburg 311 weights approximately 165 kg more than 1968 Ford Escort.
Let's talk about torque, both vehicles can yield 98 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Ford Escort | 1965 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Ford | Wartburg |
| Model | Escort | 311 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 63 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 43 L |
