2005 Hyundai Accent vs. 1988 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Accent 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 1,493 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Hyundai Accent is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Hyundai Accent (101 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1988 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist. (57 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Accent should accelerate faster than 1988 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Accent weights approximately 72 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Hyundai Accent (133 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist. (96 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2005 Hyundai Accent will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Hyundai Accent | 1988 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist | |
| Make | Hyundai | Wartburg |
| Model | Accent | 1.3 l Tourist |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 1272 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1022 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2460 mm |
