2008 Dodge Ram vs. 1989 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist
To start off, 2008 Dodge Ram 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 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Ram (345 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 288 more horse power than 1989 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist. (57 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1989 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Ram weights approximately 795 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.
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 Dodge Ram (509 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 413 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist. (96 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Dodge Ram | 1989 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist | |
Make | Dodge | Wartburg |
Model | Ram | 1.3 l Tourist |
Year Released | 2008 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5654 cc | 1270 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 345 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 509 Nm | 96 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6300 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 2460 mm |