2007 Renault Modus vs. 1990 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist
To start off, 2007 Renault Modus 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Renault Modus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Modus (111 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1990 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist. (57 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Modus should accelerate faster than 1990 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Modus weights approximately 214 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, 2007 Renault Modus (151 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist. (96 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Modus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Renault Modus | 1990 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist | |
Make | Renault | Wartburg |
Model | Modus | 1.3 l Tourist |
Year Released | 2007 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1272 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 111 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 151 Nm | 96 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1164 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2460 mm |