1997 Ford Royale vs. 1965 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1997 Ford Royale is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Ford Royale is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford Royale (109 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1965 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford Royale should accelerate faster than 1965 Wartburg 312.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Ford Royale (173 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1997 Ford Royale will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford Royale | 1965 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Ford | Wartburg |
| Model | Royale | 312 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2460 mm |
