2008 Kia Sedona vs. 1989 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist
To start off, 2008 Kia Sedona 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 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Kia Sedona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Sedona (264 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 1989 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist. (57 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sedona should accelerate faster than 1989 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sedona weights approximately 335 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 Kia Sedona (350 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist. (96 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sedona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Kia Sedona | 1989 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist | |
| Make | Kia | Wartburg |
| Model | Sedona | 1.3 l Tourist |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3778 cc | 1270 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 264 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2460 mm |
