2006 Saturn Relay vs. 1989 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist
To start off, 2006 Saturn Relay 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 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Saturn Relay is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Saturn Relay (201 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1989 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist. (57 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Saturn Relay should accelerate faster than 1989 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Saturn Relay weights approximately 494 kg more than 1989 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 Saturn Relay (293 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist. (96 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2006 Saturn Relay will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Saturn Relay | 1989 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist | |
| Make | Saturn | Wartburg |
| Model | Relay | 1.3 l Tourist |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 1270 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1444 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2460 mm |
