2008 Citroen C-Crosser vs. 1990 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist
To start off, 2008 Citroen C-Crosser is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist would be higher. At 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Citroen C-Crosser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Citroen C-Crosser (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1990 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist. (57 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Citroen C-Crosser should accelerate faster than 1990 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Citroen C-Crosser weights approximately 875 kg more than 1990 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 Citroen C-Crosser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Citroen C-Crosser 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 Citroen C-Crosser (380 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist. (96 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2008 Citroen C-Crosser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Citroen C-Crosser | 1990 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist | |
| Make | Citroen | Wartburg |
| Model | C-Crosser | 1.3 l Tourist |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2179 cc | 1272 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1825 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2460 mm |
