2006 Ford Ranger vs. 1965 Wartburg 312
To start off, 2006 Ford Ranger is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Ranger (148 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1965 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 1965 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Ranger weights approximately 682 kg more than 1965 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, 2006 Ford Ranger (244 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Ranger | 1965 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Ford | Wartburg |
| Model | Ranger | 312 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.7 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 6.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1642 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 43 L |
