2003 Ford Escape vs. 1966 Wartburg 353
To start off, 2003 Ford Escape is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Wartburg 353. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Wartburg 353 would be higher. At 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Escape (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1966 Wartburg 353. (51 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1966 Wartburg 353. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Escape weights approximately 516 kg more than 1966 Wartburg 353. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Wartburg 353. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Ford Escape will offer significantly more control. 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, 2003 Ford Escape (162 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Wartburg 353. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Wartburg 353.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford Escape | 1966 Wartburg 353 | |
| Make | Ford | Wartburg |
| Model | Escape | 353 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 43 L |
