2008 Peugeot 407 vs. 1990 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist
To start off, 2008 Peugeot 407 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist would be higher. At 2,228 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Peugeot 407 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Peugeot 407 (156 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1990 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist. (57 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Peugeot 407 should accelerate faster than 1990 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 605 kg more than 1990 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 Peugeot 407 (217 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist. (96 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2008 Peugeot 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Peugeot 407 | 1990 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist | |
| Make | Peugeot | Wartburg |
| Model | 407 | 1.3 l Tourist |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2228 cc | 1272 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1555 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2460 mm |
