1997 Mercedes-Benz CLK vs. 1990 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist
To start off, 1997 Mercedes-Benz CLK is newer by 7 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Mercedes-Benz CLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Mercedes-Benz CLK (134 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1990 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist. (57 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 1990 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Mercedes-Benz CLK weights approximately 550 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 1997 Mercedes-Benz CLK 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 1997 Mercedes-Benz CLK. 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, 1997 Mercedes-Benz CLK (190 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist. (96 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1997 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Mercedes-Benz CLK | 1990 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Wartburg |
Model | CLK | 1.3 l Tourist |
Year Released | 1997 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1272 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 96 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2460 mm |