2000 Kia Joice vs. 1990 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist

To start off, 2000 Kia Joice is newer by 10 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 1,977 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Kia Joice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Kia Joice (135 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1990 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist. (57 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Kia Joice should accelerate faster than 1990 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Kia Joice weights approximately 435 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, 2000 Kia Joice (188 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist. (96 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2000 Kia Joice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist.

Compare all specifications:

2000 Kia Joice 1990 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist
Make Kia Wartburg
Model Joice 1.3 l Tourist
Year Released 2000 1990
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1977 cc 1272 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 135 HP 57 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5400 RPM
Torque 188 Nm 96 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 3300 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Vehicle Weight 1385 kg 950 kg
Vehicle Length 4580 mm 4280 mm
Vehicle Width 1730 mm 1650 mm
Vehicle Height 1650 mm 1500 mm
Wheelbase Size 2730 mm 2460 mm


 

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