1977 De Tomaso Longchamp vs. 1989 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist
To start off, 1989 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 De Tomaso Longchamp. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 De Tomaso Longchamp would be higher. At 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 De Tomaso Longchamp is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 De Tomaso Longchamp (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 239 more horse power than 1989 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist. (57 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 De Tomaso Longchamp should accelerate faster than 1989 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 De Tomaso Longchamp weights approximately 750 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 1977 De Tomaso Longchamp 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 1977 De Tomaso Longchamp. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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. Let's talk about torque, 1977 De Tomaso Longchamp (450 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 354 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist. (96 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1977 De Tomaso Longchamp will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist.
Compare all specifications:
1977 De Tomaso Longchamp | 1989 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist | |
Make | De Tomaso | Wartburg |
Model | Longchamp | 1.3 l Tourist |
Year Released | 1977 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5763 cc | 1270 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 96 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2460 mm |