2006 Opel Astra vs. 1990 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist
To start off, 2006 Opel Astra is newer by 16 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Opel Astra (168 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1990 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist. (57 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 1990 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Astra weights approximately 435 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, 2006 Opel Astra (250 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist. (96 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Opel Astra | 1990 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist | |
Make | Opel | Wartburg |
Model | Astra | 1.3 l Tourist |
Year Released | 2006 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1272 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 96 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2460 mm |