1978 Renault 4 vs. 1990 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist
To start off, 1990 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Renault 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Renault 4 would be higher. At 1,272 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist (57 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1978 Renault 4. (34 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist should accelerate faster than 1978 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist weights approximately 235 kg more than 1978 Renault 4. 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, 1990 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist (96 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Renault 4. (72 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1990 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Renault 4.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Renault 4 | 1990 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist | |
Make | Renault | Wartburg |
Model | 4 | 1.3 l Tourist |
Year Released | 1978 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1272 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 72 Nm | 96 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 715 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2460 mm |