2002 Lada 117 vs. 1988 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist
To start off, 2002 Lada 117 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 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Lada 117 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Lada 117 (77 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1988 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist. (57 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lada 117 should accelerate faster than 1988 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Lada 117 weights approximately 150 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 Lada 117 (133 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist. (96 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2002 Lada 117 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Lada 117 | 1988 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist | |
Make | Lada | Wartburg |
Model | 117 | 1.3 l Tourist |
Year Released | 2002 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1272 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 77 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 96 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1500 mm |