1985 Ford Tempo vs. 1955 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1985 Ford Tempo is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 2,307 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Ford Tempo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ford Tempo (90 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1955 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ford Tempo should accelerate faster than 1955 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Ford Tempo weights approximately 145 kg more than 1955 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 Tempo (170 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1985 Ford Tempo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ford Tempo | 1955 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Ford | Wartburg |
| Model | Tempo | 312 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2307 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2460 mm |
