1990 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist vs. 2012 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2012 Ford Taurus is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Taurus (263 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 1990 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist. (57 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 1990 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Taurus weights approximately 871 kg more than 1990 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, 2012 Ford Taurus (337 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist. (96 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist | 2012 Ford Taurus | |
Make | Wartburg | Ford |
Model | 1.3 l Tourist | Taurus |
Year Released | 1990 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1272 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 263 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 96 Nm | 337 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1821 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 5154 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1935 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1542 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2868 mm |