1983 Ford Fairlane vs. 1965 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1983 Ford Fairlane is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 4,092 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Ford Fairlane (131 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1965 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 1965 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 670 kg more than 1965 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, 1983 Ford Fairlane (304 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1983 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Wartburg 312. 1983 Ford Fairlane has automatic transmission and 1965 Wartburg 312 has manual transmission. 1965 Wartburg 312 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1983 Ford Fairlane will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Ford Fairlane | 1965 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Ford | Wartburg |
| Model | Fairlane | 312 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4092 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2460 mm |
