2004 MG ZR vs. 1990 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist
To start off, 2004 MG ZR 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 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 MG ZR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 MG ZR (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1990 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist. (57 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 MG ZR should accelerate faster than 1990 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 MG ZR weights approximately 145 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, 2004 MG ZR (123 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist. (96 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2004 MG ZR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist.
Compare all specifications:
2004 MG ZR | 1990 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist | |
Make | MG | Wartburg |
Model | ZR | 1.3 l Tourist |
Year Released | 2004 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1272 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 96 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2460 mm |