1999 Chrysler Concorde vs. 1988 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist
To start off, 1999 Chrysler Concorde is newer by 11 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 2,737 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Chrysler Concorde is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chrysler Concorde (190 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1988 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist. (57 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chrysler Concorde should accelerate faster than 1988 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chrysler Concorde weights approximately 625 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, 1999 Chrysler Concorde (259 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist. (96 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1999 Chrysler Concorde will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Chrysler Concorde | 1988 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist | |
| Make | Chrysler | Wartburg |
| Model | Concorde | 1.3 l Tourist |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2737 cc | 1272 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 259 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4850 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2460 mm |
