2001 Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. 1991 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist
To start off, 2001 Chrysler PT Cruiser is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist would be higher. At 2,424 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Chrysler PT Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chrysler PT Cruiser (253 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 1991 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist. (57 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chrysler PT Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1991 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chrysler PT Cruiser weights approximately 650 kg more than 1991 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 Chrysler PT Cruiser (224 Nm) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist. (96 Nm). This means 2001 Chrysler PT Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chrysler PT Cruiser | 1991 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist | |
| Make | Chrysler | Wartburg |
| Model | PT Cruiser | 1.3 l Tourist |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2424 cc | 1272 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 253 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2460 mm |
