1992 Holden Statesman vs. 1990 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist
To start off, 1992 Holden Statesman is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist would be higher. At 4,987 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Holden Statesman (223 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1990 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist. (57 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Holden Statesman should accelerate faster than 1990 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Holden Statesman weights approximately 615 kg more than 1990 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Holden Statesman is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1992 Holden Statesman. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1992 Holden Statesman (385 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist. (96 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1992 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Holden Statesman | 1990 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist | |
| Make | Holden | Wartburg |
| Model | Statesman | 1.3 l Tourist |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4987 cc | 1272 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 385 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2460 mm |
