1978 Ford Escort vs. 1965 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1978 Ford Escort is newer by 13 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 991 cc (3 cylinders), 1965 Wartburg 311 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Wartburg 311 (49 HP) has 4 more horse power than 1978 Ford Escort. (45 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Wartburg 311 should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Wartburg 311 weights approximately 95 kg more than 1978 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1965 Wartburg 311 (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ford Escort. (60 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1965 Wartburg 311 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Ford Escort | 1965 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Ford | Wartburg |
| Model | Escort | 311 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 939 cc | 991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2460 mm |
