2007 Lexus SC vs. 1991 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist
To start off, 2007 Lexus SC is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist would be higher. At 4,293 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Lexus SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lexus SC (268 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1991 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist. (57 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lexus SC should accelerate faster than 1991 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lexus SC weights approximately 597 kg more than 1991 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 Lexus SC is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Lexus SC. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Lexus SC (431 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 335 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist. (96 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2007 Lexus SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Lexus SC | 1991 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist | |
Make | Lexus | Wartburg |
Model | SC | 1.3 l Tourist |
Year Released | 2007 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 1272 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 268 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 431 Nm | 96 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1547 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2460 mm |