2003 GAZ 3111 vs. 1989 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist
To start off, 2003 GAZ 3111 is newer by 14 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 2,285 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 GAZ 3111 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 GAZ 3111 (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1989 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist. (57 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 GAZ 3111 should accelerate faster than 1989 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 GAZ 3111 weights approximately 550 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.
Because 2003 GAZ 3111 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2003 GAZ 3111. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 GAZ 3111 (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist. (96 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2003 GAZ 3111 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist.
Compare all specifications:
2003 GAZ 3111 | 1989 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist | |
Make | GAZ | Wartburg |
Model | 3111 | 1.3 l Tourist |
Year Released | 2003 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2285 cc | 1270 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 215 Nm | 96 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2460 mm |