2002 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1988 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist
To start off, 2002 Cadillac Eldorado is newer by 14 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 4,572 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Cadillac Eldorado (315 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 258 more horse power than 1988 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist. (57 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1988 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 780 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, 2002 Cadillac Eldorado (407 Nm) has 311 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist. (96 Nm). This means 2002 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Cadillac Eldorado | 1988 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist | |
Make | Cadillac | Wartburg |
Model | Eldorado | 1.3 l Tourist |
Year Released | 2002 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4572 cc | 1272 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 315 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 96 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2460 mm |