1991 Ford Taurus vs. 1955 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1991 Ford Taurus is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 2,512 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Ford Taurus (89 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1955 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 1955 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Ford Taurus weights approximately 440 kg more than 1955 Wartburg 312. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1991 Ford Taurus (176 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1991 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Ford Taurus | 1955 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Ford | Wartburg |
| Model | Taurus | 312 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2512 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2460 mm |
