1994 Ford Windstar vs. 1965 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1994 Ford Windstar is newer by 29 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 3,797 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Ford Windstar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ford Windstar (155 HP) has 106 more horse power than 1965 Wartburg 311. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ford Windstar should accelerate faster than 1965 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ford Windstar weights approximately 720 kg more than 1965 Wartburg 311. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Ford Windstar (220 Nm) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Wartburg 311. (98 Nm). This means 1994 Ford Windstar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ford Windstar | 1965 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Ford | Wartburg |
| Model | Windstar | 311 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1965 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3797 cc | 991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1580 mm |
