2006 Lexus RX vs. 1988 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist
To start off, 2006 Lexus RX 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 3,314 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Lexus RX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lexus RX (226 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1988 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist. (57 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lexus RX should accelerate faster than 1988 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lexus RX weights approximately 590 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 Lexus RX (323 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist. (96 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2006 Lexus RX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Lexus RX | 1988 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist | |
| Make | Lexus | Wartburg |
| Model | RX | 1.3 l Tourist |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3314 cc | 1272 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 226 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2460 mm |
