2007 Opel Astra vs. 1988 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist
To start off, 2007 Opel Astra 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Opel Astra (138 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1988 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist. (57 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 1988 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Astra weights approximately 328 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, 2007 Opel Astra (175 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist. (96 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Opel Astra | 1988 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist | |
Make | Opel | Wartburg |
Model | Astra | 1.3 l Tourist |
Year Released | 2007 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1272 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 96 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1278 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2460 mm |