2007 Isuzu Ascender vs. 1990 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist
To start off, 2007 Isuzu Ascender is newer by 17 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 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Isuzu Ascender is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Isuzu Ascender (291 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 234 more horse power than 1990 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist. (57 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Isuzu Ascender should accelerate faster than 1990 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist.
Because 2007 Isuzu Ascender 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, 2007 Isuzu Ascender 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, 2007 Isuzu Ascender (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist. (96 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2007 Isuzu Ascender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Isuzu Ascender | 1990 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist | |
| Make | Isuzu | Wartburg |
| Model | Ascender | 1.3 l Tourist |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 1272 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 291 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 376 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2460 mm |
