1998 Ford Telstar vs. 1965 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1998 Ford Telstar is newer by 33 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Ford Telstar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Telstar (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1965 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Telstar should accelerate faster than 1965 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Telstar weights approximately 315 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, 1998 Ford Telstar (217 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Wartburg 311. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Telstar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Ford Telstar | 1965 Wartburg 311 | |
Make | Ford | Wartburg |
Model | Telstar | 311 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 899 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1360 mm |