1989 Ford Escort vs. 1957 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1989 Ford Escort is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 1,700 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ford Escort (59 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1957 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1957 Wartburg 312.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 Ford Escort (109 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Wartburg 312. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1989 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ford Escort | 1957 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Ford | Wartburg |
| Model | Escort | 312 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1700 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 40 L |
