1982 Ford Taunus vs. 1963 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1982 Ford Taunus is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 1,294 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Ford Taunus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Ford Taunus (62 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1963 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Ford Taunus should accelerate faster than 1963 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Ford Taunus weights approximately 66 kg more than 1963 Wartburg 312. 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 Taunus (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1982 Ford Taunus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ford Taunus | 1963 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Ford | Wartburg |
| Model | Taunus | 312 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2460 mm |
