2002 Cadillac DeVille vs. 1989 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist
To start off, 2002 Cadillac DeVille is newer by 13 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 4,570 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Cadillac DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Cadillac DeVille (275 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 218 more horse power than 1989 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist. (57 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Cadillac DeVille should accelerate faster than 1989 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 755 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, 2002 Cadillac DeVille (406 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist. (96 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2002 Cadillac DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Cadillac DeVille | 1989 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist | |
Make | Cadillac | Wartburg |
Model | DeVille | 1.3 l Tourist |
Year Released | 2002 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4570 cc | 1270 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 275 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 406 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 | 1705 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2460 mm |