1982 Ford Granada vs. 1965 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1982 Ford Granada is newer by 17 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 1,591 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Ford Granada (74 HP) has 38 more horse power than 1965 Wartburg 311. (36 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 1965 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Ford Granada weights approximately 275 kg more than 1965 Wartburg 311. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1982 Ford Granada (119 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Wartburg 311. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1982 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ford Granada | 1965 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Ford | Wartburg |
| Model | Granada | 311 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1591 cc | 899 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 36 HP |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.6 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2460 mm |
