2004 Lincoln Mark X vs. 1990 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist
To start off, 2004 Lincoln Mark X is newer by 14 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 3,900 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Lincoln Mark X is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Lincoln Mark X (280 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 223 more horse power than 1990 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist. (57 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lincoln Mark X should accelerate faster than 1990 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lincoln Mark X weights approximately 975 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.
Because 2004 Lincoln Mark X 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 2004 Lincoln Mark X. 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, 2004 Lincoln Mark X (388 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 292 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist. (96 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2004 Lincoln Mark X will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Lincoln Mark X | 1990 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist | |
Make | Lincoln | Wartburg |
Model | Mark X | 1.3 l Tourist |
Year Released | 2004 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3900 cc | 1272 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 280 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 388 Nm | 96 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2460 mm |