1993 Peugeot 405 vs. 1988 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist
To start off, 1993 Peugeot 405 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist would be higher. At 1,903 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Peugeot 405 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Peugeot 405 (152 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1988 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist. (57 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Peugeot 405 should accelerate faster than 1988 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Peugeot 405 weights approximately 230 kg more than 1988 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, 1993 Peugeot 405 (183 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist. (96 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1993 Peugeot 405 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Peugeot 405 | 1988 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist | |
Make | Peugeot | Wartburg |
Model | 405 | 1.3 l Tourist |
Year Released | 1993 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1903 cc | 1272 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 152 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 183 Nm | 96 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2460 mm |