1985 Ford Escort vs. 1958 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1985 Ford Escort is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 1,117 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ford Escort (49 HP) has 13 more horse power than 1958 Wartburg 312. (36 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1958 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Wartburg 312 weights approximately 170 kg more than 1985 Ford Escort.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Ford Escort (84 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 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 1958 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ford Escort | 1958 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Ford | Wartburg |
| Model | Escort | 312 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1117 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 36 HP |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2460 mm |
