1982 Ford Orion vs. 1991 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist
To start off, 1991 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Ford Orion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Ford Orion would be higher. At 1,297 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Ford Orion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Ford Orion (68 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1991 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist. (57 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Ford Orion should accelerate faster than 1991 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist weights approximately 55 kg more than 1982 Ford Orion.
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, 1982 Ford Orion (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist. (96 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1982 Ford Orion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Ford Orion | 1991 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist | |
Make | Ford | Wartburg |
Model | Orion | 1.3 l Tourist |
Year Released | 1982 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1272 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 68 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 96 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2460 mm |