2009 Ford Escape vs. 1965 Wartburg 311
To start off, 2009 Ford Escape is newer by 44 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 2,976 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Escape (171 HP @ 6550 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1965 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1965 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Escape weights approximately 6 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, 2009 Ford Escape (302 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Wartburg 311. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Escape | 1965 Wartburg 311 | |
Make | Ford | Wartburg |
Model | Escape | 311 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2976 cc | 899 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 171 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 6550 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 302 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 6.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 43 L |