1995 Holden Statesman vs. 1990 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist
To start off, 1995 Holden Statesman is newer by 5 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Holden Statesman (221 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1990 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist. (57 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Holden Statesman should accelerate faster than 1990 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Holden Statesman weights approximately 630 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 1995 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 1995 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, 1995 Holden Statesman (370 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 274 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist. (96 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1995 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:
| 1995 Holden Statesman | 1990 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist | |
| Make | Holden | Wartburg |
| Model | Statesman | 1.3 l Tourist |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1272 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2460 mm |
