2004 Ford Focus vs. 1989 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist
To start off, 2004 Ford Focus is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist would be higher. At 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Focus (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1989 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist. (57 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1989 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Focus weights approximately 297 kg more than 1989 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, 2004 Ford Focus (197 Nm) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist. (96 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Focus | 1989 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist | |
| Make | Ford | Wartburg |
| Model | Focus | 1.3 l Tourist |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 1270 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1247 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2460 mm |
