1984 Mercedes-Benz 300 vs. 1991 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist
To start off, 1991 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Mercedes-Benz 300 would be higher. At 2,998 cc (5 cylinders), 1984 Mercedes-Benz 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Mercedes-Benz 300 (125 HP) has 68 more horse power than 1991 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist. (57 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Mercedes-Benz 300 should accelerate faster than 1991 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Mercedes-Benz 300 weights approximately 460 kg more than 1991 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, 1984 Mercedes-Benz 300 (245 Nm) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist. (96 Nm). This means 1984 Mercedes-Benz 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Mercedes-Benz 300 | 1991 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Wartburg |
| Model | 300 | 1.3 l Tourist |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2998 cc | 1272 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 57 HP |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2460 mm |
