2001 Audi Steppenwolf vs. 1990 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist
To start off, 2001 Audi Steppenwolf is newer by 11 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 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Audi Steppenwolf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Audi Steppenwolf (220 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1990 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist. (57 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Audi Steppenwolf should accelerate faster than 1990 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist weights approximately 50 kg more than 2001 Audi Steppenwolf.
Because 2001 Audi Steppenwolf is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Audi Steppenwolf will offer significantly more control. 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, 2001 Audi Steppenwolf (325 Nm) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist. (96 Nm). This means 2001 Audi Steppenwolf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi Steppenwolf | 1990 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist | |
| Make | Audi | Wartburg |
| Model | Steppenwolf | 1.3 l Tourist |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3189 cc | 1272 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2460 mm |
