2008 Ford Escape vs. 1957 Wartburg 312
To start off, 2008 Ford Escape is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 2,294 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Escape (153 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1957 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1957 Wartburg 312.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Ford Escape (206 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Wartburg 312. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Escape | 1957 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Ford | Wartburg |
| Model | Escape | 312 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2294 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.4 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 114 L | 40 L |
