2006 Dodge Stratus vs. 1988 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist
To start off, 2006 Dodge Stratus is newer by 18 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 2,425 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Stratus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Stratus (150 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1988 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist. (57 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Stratus should accelerate faster than 1988 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Stratus weights approximately 496 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, 2006 Dodge Stratus (217 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist. (96 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Stratus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Dodge Stratus | 1988 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist | |
Make | Dodge | Wartburg |
Model | Stratus | 1.3 l Tourist |
Year Released | 2006 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2425 cc | 1272 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 96 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1446 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2460 mm |