1954 Dodge Custom vs. 1988 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist
To start off, 1988 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Dodge Custom. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Dodge Custom would be higher. At 4,424 cc (8 cylinders), 1954 Dodge Custom is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Dodge Custom (181 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1988 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist. (57 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Dodge Custom should accelerate faster than 1988 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Dodge Custom weights approximately 515 kg more than 1988 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1954 Dodge Custom is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1954 Dodge Custom. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Dodge Custom | 1988 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist | |
Make | Dodge | Wartburg |
Model | Custom | 1.3 l Tourist |
Year Released | 1954 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4424 cc | 1272 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 181 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2460 mm |