1982 Ford Escort vs. 1963 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1982 Ford Escort is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Ford Escort (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1963 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1963 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Wartburg 311 weights approximately 36 kg more than 1982 Ford Escort.
Let's talk about torque, 1982 Ford Escort (137 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Wartburg 311. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1982 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ford Escort | 1963 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Ford | Wartburg |
| Model | Escort | 311 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 70.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 6.6:1 |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 924 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 43 L |
