2005 Renault Grand Espace vs. 1988 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist
To start off, 2005 Renault Grand Espace 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 2,945 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Renault Grand Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Grand Espace (175 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1988 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist. (57 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Grand Espace should accelerate faster than 1988 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 1010 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 Renault Grand Espace (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist. (96 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Grand Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Renault Grand Espace | 1988 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist | |
Make | Renault | Wartburg |
Model | Grand Espace | 1.3 l Tourist |
Year Released | 2005 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2945 cc | 1272 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 96 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2460 mm |