1985 Ford Escort vs. 1957 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1985 Ford Escort is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ford Escort (132 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1957 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1957 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Ford Escort weights approximately 120 kg more than 1957 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, 1985 Ford Escort (180 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Wartburg 312. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1985 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Ford Escort | 1957 Wartburg 312 | |
Make | Ford | Wartburg |
Model | Escort | 312 |
Year Released | 1985 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 132 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 82 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 78 mm |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2460 mm |