2006 GMC Yukon vs. 1989 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist

To start off, 2006 GMC Yukon is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist would be higher. At 5,964 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Yukon (335 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 278 more horse power than 1989 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist. (57 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1989 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist.

Because 2006 GMC Yukon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 GMC Yukon 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, 2006 GMC Yukon (509 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 413 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist. (96 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist.

Compare all specifications:

2006 GMC Yukon 1989 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist
Make GMC Wartburg
Model Yukon 1.3 l Tourist
Year Released 2006 1989
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5964 cc 1270 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 335 HP 57 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 5400 RPM
Torque 509 Nm 96 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 3300 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Number of Seats 8 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Length 5060 mm 4280 mm
Vehicle Width 2010 mm 1650 mm
Vehicle Height 1950 mm 1500 mm
Wheelbase Size 2950 mm 2460 mm


 

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