1983 Chrysler New Yorker vs. 1989 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist
To start off, 1989 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Chrysler New Yorker. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Chrysler New Yorker would be higher. At 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Chrysler New Yorker is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Chrysler New Yorker (96 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1989 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist. (57 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Chrysler New Yorker should accelerate faster than 1989 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Chrysler New Yorker weights approximately 245 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.
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, 1983 Chrysler New Yorker (158 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist. (96 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1983 Chrysler New Yorker will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Chrysler New Yorker | 1989 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist | |
| Make | Chrysler | Wartburg |
| Model | New Yorker | 1.3 l Tourist |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 1270 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2460 mm |
