2008 Peugeot 307 vs. 1988 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist
To start off, 2008 Peugeot 307 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Peugeot 307 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Peugeot 307 weights approximately 300 kg more than 1988 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist.
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 Peugeot 307 (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist. (96 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2008 Peugeot 307 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Peugeot 307 | 1988 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist | |
| Make | Peugeot | Wartburg |
| Model | 307 | 1.3 l Tourist |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1272 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 57 HP |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3740 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2460 mm |
