1993 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 1991 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist
To start off, 1993 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist would be higher. At 4,192 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mercedes-Benz E (275 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 218 more horse power than 1991 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist. (57 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1991 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 794 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.
Because 1993 Mercedes-Benz E 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 1993 Mercedes-Benz E. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 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, 1993 Mercedes-Benz E (401 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 305 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist. (96 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1993 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Mercedes-Benz E | 1991 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Wartburg |
Model | E | 1.3 l Tourist |
Year Released | 1993 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4192 cc | 1272 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 275 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 401 Nm | 96 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1744 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2460 mm |