2008 GMC Savana vs. 1991 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist
To start off, 2008 GMC Savana 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 GMC Savana (301 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 244 more horse power than 1991 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist. (57 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 1991 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Savana weights approximately 1191 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 GMC Savana is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 GMC Savana. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 GMC Savana (441 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 345 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist. (96 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2008 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist.
Compare all specifications:
2008 GMC Savana | 1991 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist | |
Make | GMC | Wartburg |
Model | Savana | 1.3 l Tourist |
Year Released | 2008 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5300 cc | 1272 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 441 Nm | 96 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 2141 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2460 mm |