1989 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist vs. 2006 Opel Tigra
To start off, 2006 Opel Tigra is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Opel Tigra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Opel Tigra (124 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1989 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist. (57 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Opel Tigra should accelerate faster than 1989 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Tigra weights approximately 315 kg more than 1989 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, 2006 Opel Tigra (165 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist. (96 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Tigra 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 | 2006 Opel Tigra | |
Make | Wartburg | Opel |
Model | 1.3 l Tourist | Tigra |
Year Released | 1989 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1270 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 96 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1265 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2500 mm |