1989 Ford Escort vs. 1956 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1989 Ford Escort is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ford Escort (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1956 Wartburg 311. (37 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1956 Wartburg 311.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 Ford Escort (109 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Wartburg 311. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1989 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ford Escort | 1956 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Ford | Wartburg |
| Model | Escort | 311 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 37 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 6.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2460 mm |
