2003 Audi LeMans vs. 1988 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist
To start off, 2003 Audi LeMans is newer by 15 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 4,961 cc (10 cylinders), 2003 Audi LeMans is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Audi LeMans (601 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 544 more horse power than 1988 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist. (57 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Audi LeMans should accelerate faster than 1988 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Audi LeMans weights approximately 580 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.
Because 2003 Audi LeMans is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Audi LeMans will offer significantly more control. 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, 2003 Audi LeMans (750 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 654 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist. (96 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2003 Audi LeMans will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Audi LeMans | 1988 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist | |
| Make | Audi | Wartburg |
| Model | LeMans | 1.3 l Tourist |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4961 cc | 1272 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 601 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 750 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2460 mm |
