2009 Chevrolet Impala vs. 1991 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Impala is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist would be higher. At 3,900 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Impala (234 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1991 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist. (57 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Impala should accelerate faster than 1991 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, 2009 Chevrolet Impala (325 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist. (96 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Impala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Impala | 1991 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Wartburg |
| Model | Impala | 1.3 l Tourist |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3900 cc | 1272 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 234 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2460 mm |
