1998 Ford Telstar vs. 1958 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1998 Ford Telstar is newer by 40 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Ford Telstar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Telstar (163 HP) has 114 more horse power than 1958 Wartburg 312. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Telstar should accelerate faster than 1958 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Telstar weights approximately 305 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, 1998 Ford Telstar (217 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Wartburg 312. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Telstar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Telstar | 1958 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Ford | Wartburg |
| Model | Telstar | 312 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
