1980 Steyr G-series vs. 1989 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist
To start off, 1989 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Steyr G-series. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Steyr G-series would be higher. At 2,398 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Steyr G-series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Steyr G-series (71 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1989 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist. (57 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Steyr G-series should accelerate faster than 1989 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Steyr G-series weights approximately 770 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 Steyr G-series (140 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist. (96 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1980 Steyr G-series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Steyr G-series | 1989 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist | |
Make | Steyr | Wartburg |
Model | G-series | 1.3 l Tourist |
Year Released | 1980 | 1989 |
Engine Size | 2398 cc | 1270 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 96 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2460 mm |