1957 Wartburg Sports Convertible vs. 2013 Toyota Highlander

To start off, 2013 Toyota Highlander is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Wartburg Sports Convertible. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Wartburg Sports Convertible would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Highlander (266 HP) has 217 more horse power than 1957 Wartburg Sports Convertible. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1957 Wartburg Sports Convertible. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 1019 kg more than 1957 Wartburg Sports Convertible. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2013 Toyota Highlander is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Wartburg Sports Convertible. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Highlander will offer significantly more control. 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. Let's talk about torque, 2013 Toyota Highlander (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Wartburg Sports Convertible. (87 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Wartburg Sports Convertible. 2013 Toyota Highlander has automatic transmission and 1957 Wartburg Sports Convertible has manual transmission. 1957 Wartburg Sports Convertible will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Toyota Highlander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1957 Wartburg Sports Convertible 2013 Toyota Highlander
Make Wartburg Toyota
Model Sports Convertible Highlander
Year Released 1957 2013
Body Type Convertible SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 900 cc 3500 cc
Engine Cylinders 3 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 49 HP 266 HP
Torque 87 Nm 336 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 4700 RPM
Engine Bore Size 70 mm 94 mm
Engine Stroke Size 78 mm 83 mm
Drive Type Front AWD
Transmission Type Manual 5-speed automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 876 kg 1895 kg
Vehicle Length 4370 mm 4785 mm
Vehicle Width 1620 mm 1910 mm
Vehicle Height 1360 mm 1760 mm
Wheelbase Size 2460 mm 2790 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 40 L 73 L


 

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