2000 Chevrolet Monte Carlo vs. 1989 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist
To start off, 2000 Chevrolet Monte Carlo is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist would be higher. At 3,783 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Monte Carlo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Monte Carlo (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1989 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist. (57 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Monte Carlo should accelerate faster than 1989 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Monte Carlo weights approximately 590 kg more than 1989 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, 2000 Chevrolet Monte Carlo (305 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist. (96 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Monte Carlo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Chevrolet Monte Carlo | 1989 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist | |
Make | Chevrolet | Wartburg |
Model | Monte Carlo | 1.3 l Tourist |
Year Released | 2000 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3783 cc | 1270 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 96 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2460 mm |