1994 Jaguar XJ6 vs. 1990 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist

To start off, 1994 Jaguar XJ6 is newer by 4 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 3,238 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Jaguar XJ6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Jaguar XJ6 (216 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1990 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist. (57 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Jaguar XJ6 should accelerate faster than 1990 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist.

Because 1994 Jaguar XJ6 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 1994 Jaguar XJ6. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1994 Jaguar XJ6 (302 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist. (96 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1994 Jaguar XJ6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist.

Compare all specifications:

1994 Jaguar XJ6 1990 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist
Make Jaguar Wartburg
Model XJ6 1.3 l Tourist
Year Released 1994 1990
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3238 cc 1272 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 216 HP 57 HP
Engine RPM 5100 RPM 5400 RPM
Torque 302 Nm 96 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 3300 RPM
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Length 5030 mm 4280 mm
Vehicle Width 2080 mm 1650 mm
Vehicle Height 1310 mm 1500 mm
Wheelbase Size 2880 mm 2460 mm


 

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