2005 Audi TT vs. 1988 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist

To start off, 2005 Audi TT is newer by 17 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 3,188 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Audi TT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi TT (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1988 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist. (57 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1988 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi TT weights approximately 715 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 2005 Audi TT 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, 2005 Audi TT 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, 2005 Audi TT (320 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist. (96 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2005 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist.

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