1968 Ford Escort vs. 1965 Wartburg 312
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 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 1,098 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Ford Escort (54 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1965 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1965 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Wartburg 312 weights approximately 155 kg more than 1968 Ford Escort.
Let's talk about torque, both vehicles can yield 81 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 312 | |
Make | Ford | Wartburg |
Model | Escort | 312 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1098 cc | 900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 54 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 81 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 53.3 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 6.6:1 |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 43 L |