2004 Volkswagen Bora vs. 1991 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Bora is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen Bora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen Bora (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1991 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist. (57 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Bora should accelerate faster than 1991 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Bora weights approximately 418 kg more than 1991 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 Volkswagen Bora (320 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist. (96 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2004 Volkswagen Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Volkswagen Bora | 1991 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist | |
Make | Volkswagen | Wartburg |
Model | Bora | 1.3 l Tourist |
Year Released | 2004 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1272 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 96 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1368 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2460 mm |