2006 Ford Freestyle vs. 1989 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist
To start off, 2006 Ford Freestyle is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist would be higher. At 3,001 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Freestyle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Freestyle (203 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1989 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist. (57 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Freestyle should accelerate faster than 1989 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Freestyle weights approximately 765 kg more than 1989 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, 2006 Ford Freestyle (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist. (96 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Freestyle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Freestyle | 1989 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist | |
| Make | Ford | Wartburg |
| Model | Freestyle | 1.3 l Tourist |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3001 cc | 1270 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2460 mm |
