1970 Ford Taunus vs. 1965 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1970 Ford Taunus is newer by 5 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 1,294 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Ford Taunus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Ford Taunus (57 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1965 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Ford Taunus should accelerate faster than 1965 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Wartburg 312 weights approximately 10 kg more than 1970 Ford Taunus.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Ford Taunus (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1970 Ford Taunus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Ford Taunus | 1965 Wartburg 312 | |
Make | Ford | Wartburg |
Model | Taunus | 312 |
Year Released | 1970 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1294 cc | 900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 63 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 6.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 43 L |