1968 Cadillac DeVille vs. 1990 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist

To start off, 1990 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Cadillac DeVille. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Cadillac DeVille would be higher. At 7,734 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Cadillac DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Cadillac DeVille (228 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1990 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist. (57 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Cadillac DeVille should accelerate faster than 1990 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 1105 kg more than 1990 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 1968 Cadillac DeVille 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 1968 Cadillac DeVille. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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:

1968 Cadillac DeVille 1990 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist
Make Cadillac Wartburg
Model DeVille 1.3 l Tourist
Year Released 1968 1990
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 7734 cc 1272 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 228 HP 57 HP
Engine RPM 4400 RPM 5400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 2055 kg 950 kg
Vehicle Length 5720 mm 4280 mm
Vehicle Width 2030 mm 1650 mm
Vehicle Height 1390 mm 1500 mm
Wheelbase Size 3300 mm 2460 mm


 

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