2008 Kia Spectra5 vs. 1988 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist
To start off, 2008 Kia Spectra5 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist would be higher. At 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Kia Spectra5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Spectra5 (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1988 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist. (57 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Spectra5 should accelerate faster than 1988 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Spectra5 weights approximately 335 kg more than 1988 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 Spectra5 (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist. (96 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Spectra5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Kia Spectra5 | 1988 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist | |
Make | Kia | Wartburg |
Model | Spectra5 | 1.3 l Tourist |
Year Released | 2008 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1973 cc | 1272 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 96 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2460 mm |