1964 Jeep CJ5 vs. 1989 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist
To start off, 1989 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Jeep CJ5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Jeep CJ5 would be higher. At 2,197 cc (4 cylinders), 1964 Jeep CJ5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Jeep CJ5 (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1989 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist. (57 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Jeep CJ5 should accelerate faster than 1989 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Jeep CJ5 weights approximately 80 kg more than 1989 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 1964 Jeep CJ5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1964 Jeep CJ5 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, 1964 Jeep CJ5 (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist. (96 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1964 Jeep CJ5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Jeep CJ5 | 1989 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist | |
| Make | Jeep | Wartburg |
| Model | CJ5 | 1.3 l Tourist |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2197 cc | 1270 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2460 mm |
