2005 Ford Mondeo vs. 1958 Wartburg 312
To start off, 2005 Ford Mondeo is newer by 47 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Mondeo (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1958 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1958 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 585 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, 2005 Ford Mondeo (245 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Wartburg 312. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Mondeo | 1958 Wartburg 312 | |
Make | Ford | Wartburg |
Model | Mondeo | 312 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 82 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 78 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1545 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2460 mm |