2005 Opel Vectra vs. 1991 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist
To start off, 2005 Opel Vectra is newer by 14 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Vectra (120 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1991 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist. (57 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 1991 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Vectra weights approximately 520 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, 2005 Opel Vectra (167 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist. (96 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Opel Vectra | 1991 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist | |
| Make | Opel | Wartburg |
| Model | Vectra | 1.3 l Tourist |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1272 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1500 mm |
