2006 Mercedes-Benz R vs. 1988 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz R 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 6,208 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz R (504 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 447 more horse power than 1988 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist. (57 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz R should accelerate faster than 1988 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz R weights approximately 1425 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.
Because 2006 Mercedes-Benz R is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz R 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 Mercedes-Benz R (630 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 534 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist. (96 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercedes-Benz R | 1988 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Wartburg |
| Model | R | 1.3 l Tourist |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6208 cc | 1272 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 504 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 630 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 2375 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3220 mm | 2460 mm |
