2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport vs. 1988 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist
To start off, 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport is newer by 13 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 3,350 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport (183 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1988 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist. (57 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport should accelerate faster than 1988 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport weights approximately 800 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, 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist. (96 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport | 1988 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist | |
Make | Chevrolet | Wartburg |
Model | Trans Sport | 1.3 l Tourist |
Year Released | 2001 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3350 cc | 1272 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 183 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 96 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2460 mm |