1998 Ford Laser vs. 1966 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1998 Ford Laser is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Ford Laser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Laser (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1966 Wartburg 311. (50 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Laser should accelerate faster than 1966 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Laser weights approximately 145 kg more than 1966 Wartburg 311. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1998 Ford Laser (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Wartburg 311. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Laser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Ford Laser | 1966 Wartburg 311 | |
Make | Ford | Wartburg |
Model | Laser | 311 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 992 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 50 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 98 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 73.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 78 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2460 mm |