1990 Suzuki Swift vs. 1991 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist
To start off, 1991 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Suzuki Swift. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Suzuki Swift would be higher. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Suzuki Swift is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Suzuki Swift (66 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1991 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist. (57 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Suzuki Swift 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 120 kg more than 1990 Suzuki Swift.
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, 1990 Suzuki Swift (101 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist. (96 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1990 Suzuki Swift will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Suzuki Swift | 1991 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist | |
| Make | Suzuki | Wartburg |
| Model | Swift | 1.3 l Tourist |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1272 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2460 mm |
