2005 Volkswagen Golf vs. 1988 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Golf 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Golf (113 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1988 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist. (57 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1988 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 235 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 Volkswagen Golf (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist. (96 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Volkswagen Golf | 1988 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist | |
Make | Volkswagen | Wartburg |
Model | Golf | 1.3 l Tourist |
Year Released | 2005 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1272 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 155 Nm | 96 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2460 mm |