2004 Chrysler 300 vs. 1988 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist
To start off, 2004 Chrysler 300 is newer by 16 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 6,057 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chrysler 300 (425 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 368 more horse power than 1988 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist. (57 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1988 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 938 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 2004 Chrysler 300 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 2004 Chrysler 300. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 2004 Chrysler 300 (569 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 473 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist. (96 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2004 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chrysler 300 | 1988 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist | |
Make | Chrysler | Wartburg |
Model | 300 | 1.3 l Tourist |
Year Released | 2004 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6057 cc | 1272 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 425 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 569 Nm | 96 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1888 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2460 mm |