2001 Renault Vel Satis vs. 1989 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist
To start off, 2001 Renault Vel Satis is newer by 12 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Renault Vel Satis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Renault Vel Satis (163 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1989 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist. (57 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Renault Vel Satis should accelerate faster than 1989 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Renault Vel Satis weights approximately 710 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, 2001 Renault Vel Satis (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist. (96 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2001 Renault Vel Satis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Renault Vel Satis | 1989 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist | |
Make | Renault | Wartburg |
Model | Vel Satis | 1.3 l Tourist |
Year Released | 2001 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1270 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 96 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2460 mm |