1980 Ford Escort vs. 1958 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1980 Ford Escort is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 1,116 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 49 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Wartburg 312 weights approximately 110 kg more than 1980 Ford Escort.
Let's talk about torque, 1958 Wartburg 312 (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ford Escort. (84 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1958 Wartburg 312 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Ford Escort | 1958 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Ford | Wartburg |
| Model | Escort | 312 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1116 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2460 mm |
