2008 Audi A5 vs. 1991 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist

To start off, 2008 Audi A5 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 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Audi A5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A5 (349 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 292 more horse power than 1991 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist. (57 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 1991 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A5 weights approximately 680 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 2008 Audi A5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Audi A5 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, 2008 Audi A5 (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 344 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist. (96 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist.

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2008 Audi A5 1991 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist
Make Audi Wartburg
Model A5 1.3 l Tourist
Year Released 2008 1991
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4163 cc 1272 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 349 HP 57 HP
Engine RPM 7000 RPM 5400 RPM
Torque 440 Nm 96 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 3300 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Vehicle Weight 1630 kg 950 kg
Vehicle Length 4640 mm 4280 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1650 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1500 mm
Wheelbase Size 2760 mm 2460 mm