1986 Ford Escort vs. 1964 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1986 Ford Escort is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Wartburg 311 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 1964 Wartburg 311. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1964 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Wartburg 311 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 1964 Wartburg 311. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Escort | 1964 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Ford | Wartburg |
| Model | Escort | 311 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1964 |
| 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 |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 43 L |
