1986 Ford Escort vs. 1958 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1986 Ford Escort is newer by 28 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 1,751 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ford Escort (59 HP) has 10 more horse power than 1958 Wartburg 312. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1986 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 60 kg more than 1986 Ford Escort.
Let's talk about torque, 1986 Ford Escort (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Wartburg 312. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Ford Escort | 1958 Wartburg 312 | |
Make | Ford | Wartburg |
Model | Escort | 312 |
Year Released | 1986 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1751 cc | 992 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 49 HP |
Torque | 110 Nm | 98 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 73.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 21.5:1 | 7.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2460 mm |