2008 Lexus GX vs. 1989 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist
To start off, 2008 Lexus GX 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 4,669 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Lexus GX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Lexus GX (263 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 1989 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist. (57 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lexus GX should accelerate faster than 1989 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Lexus GX weights approximately 790 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.
Because 2008 Lexus GX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Lexus GX 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 Lexus GX (438 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 342 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist. (96 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2008 Lexus GX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Lexus GX | 1989 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist | |
| Make | Lexus | Wartburg |
| Model | GX | 1.3 l Tourist |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4669 cc | 1270 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 263 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 438 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2460 mm |
