2006 Subaru B9 Tribeca vs. 1990 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist
To start off, 2006 Subaru B9 Tribeca 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 2,999 cc, 2006 Subaru B9 Tribeca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru B9 Tribeca (250 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 1990 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist. (57 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru B9 Tribeca should accelerate faster than 1990 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru B9 Tribeca weights approximately 683 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.
Because 2006 Subaru B9 Tribeca is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Subaru B9 Tribeca will offer significantly more control. 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 Subaru B9 Tribeca (297 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist. (96 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2006 Subaru B9 Tribeca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Subaru B9 Tribeca | 1990 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist | |
Make | Subaru | Wartburg |
Model | B9 Tribeca | 1.3 l Tourist |
Year Released | 2006 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2999 cc | 1272 cc |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 250 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 297 Nm | 96 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1633 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2460 mm |