2001 Nissan Maxima vs. 1990 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist
To start off, 2001 Nissan Maxima is newer by 11 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 2,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Nissan Maxima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Nissan Maxima (222 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1990 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist. (57 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 1990 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Nissan Maxima weights approximately 590 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, 2001 Nissan Maxima (293 Nm) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist. (96 Nm). This means 2001 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Nissan Maxima | 1990 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist | |
| Make | Nissan | Wartburg |
| Model | Maxima | 1.3 l Tourist |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2956 cc | 1272 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 222 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2460 mm |
