1977 Renault 12 vs. 1988 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist
To start off, 1988 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Renault 12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Renault 12 would be higher. At 1,289 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Renault 12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist (57 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1977 Renault 12. (53 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist should accelerate faster than 1977 Renault 12. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist weights approximately 50 kg more than 1977 Renault 12. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1988 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist (96 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Renault 12. (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Renault 12.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Renault 12 | 1988 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist | |
| Make | Renault | Wartburg |
| Model | 12 | 1.3 l Tourist |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 1272 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2460 mm |
