2005 Nissan Primera vs. 1990 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist
To start off, 2005 Nissan Primera is newer by 15 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 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Primera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Primera (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1990 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist. (57 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Primera should accelerate faster than 1990 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Primera weights approximately 475 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, 2005 Nissan Primera (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist. (96 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Primera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Nissan Primera | 1990 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist | |
Make | Nissan | Wartburg |
Model | Primera | 1.3 l Tourist |
Year Released | 2005 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1870 cc | 1272 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 96 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2460 mm |