2003 Daihatsu YRV vs. 1991 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist
To start off, 2003 Daihatsu YRV is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist would be higher. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Daihatsu YRV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Daihatsu YRV (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1991 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist. (57 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Daihatsu YRV should accelerate faster than 1991 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist weights approximately 60 kg more than 2003 Daihatsu YRV.
Because 2003 Daihatsu YRV is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Daihatsu YRV 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 Daihatsu YRV (120 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist. (96 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2003 Daihatsu YRV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Daihatsu YRV | 1991 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Wartburg |
| Model | YRV | 1.3 l Tourist |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1272 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2460 mm |
