2007 GMC Sierra vs. 1988 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist
To start off, 2007 GMC Sierra is newer by 19 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 4,802 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 GMC Sierra (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 238 more horse power than 1988 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist. (57 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1988 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 GMC Sierra weights approximately 1367 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 2007 GMC Sierra 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, 2007 GMC Sierra 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, 2007 GMC Sierra (414 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 318 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist. (96 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist.
Compare all specifications:
2007 GMC Sierra | 1988 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist | |
Make | GMC | Wartburg |
Model | Sierra | 1.3 l Tourist |
Year Released | 2007 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4802 cc | 1272 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 414 Nm | 96 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 2317 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5710 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 2460 mm |