1993 Ford Aerostar vs. 1958 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1993 Ford Aerostar is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Ford Aerostar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Ford Aerostar (143 HP) has 94 more horse power than 1958 Wartburg 312. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Ford Aerostar should accelerate faster than 1958 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Ford Aerostar weights approximately 440 kg more than 1958 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, 1993 Ford Aerostar (225 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Wartburg 312. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Ford Aerostar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Ford Aerostar | 1958 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Ford | Wartburg |
| Model | Aerostar | 312 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.7 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2460 mm |
