1986 Ford Meteor vs. 1965 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1986 Ford Meteor is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Ford Meteor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ford Meteor (71 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1965 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ford Meteor should accelerate faster than 1965 Wartburg 311.
Let's talk about torque, 1986 Ford Meteor (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Wartburg 311. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1986 Ford Meteor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Ford Meteor | 1965 Wartburg 311 | |
Make | Ford | Wartburg |
Model | Meteor | 311 |
Year Released | 1986 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 899 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2460 mm |