1989 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist vs. 1972 Holden Torana
To start off, 1989 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Holden Torana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Holden Torana would be higher. At 1,759 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Holden Torana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Holden Torana (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1989 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist. (57 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Holden Torana should accelerate faster than 1989 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist weights approximately 20 kg more than 1972 Holden Torana.
Because 1972 Holden Torana is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1972 Holden Torana. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1972 Holden Torana (131 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist. (96 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1972 Holden Torana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist | 1972 Holden Torana | |
Make | Wartburg | Holden |
Model | 1.3 l Tourist | Torana |
Year Released | 1989 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1270 cc | 1759 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 96 Nm | 131 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2440 mm |