1993 Ford Mondeo vs. 1991 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist
To start off, 1993 Ford Mondeo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Ford Mondeo (115 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1991 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist. (57 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1991 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 395 kg more than 1991 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, 1993 Ford Mondeo (157 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist. (96 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1993 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Ford Mondeo | 1991 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist | |
Make | Ford | Wartburg |
Model | Mondeo | 1.3 l Tourist |
Year Released | 1993 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1272 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 96 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2460 mm |