2008 Cadillac STS vs. 1989 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist
To start off, 2008 Cadillac STS is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Cadillac STS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Cadillac STS (302 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 245 more horse power than 1989 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist. (57 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 1989 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Cadillac STS weights approximately 610 kg more than 1989 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 Cadillac STS is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac STS 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 Cadillac STS (369 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist. (96 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2008 Cadillac STS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Cadillac STS | 1989 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist | |
| Make | Cadillac | Wartburg |
| Model | STS | 1.3 l Tourist |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1270 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 369 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2460 mm |
