2008 Audi A4 vs. 1991 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist
To start off, 2008 Audi A4 is newer by 17 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 3,196 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A4 (265 HP @ 3000 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 1991 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist. (57 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1991 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist.
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, 2008 Audi A4 (447 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 351 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist. (96 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A4 | 1991 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist | |
| Make | Audi | Wartburg |
| Model | A4 | 1.3 l Tourist |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3196 cc | 1272 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2460 mm |
