2009 Hyundai Genesis vs. 1990 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Genesis is newer by 19 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 4,627 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Hyundai Genesis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai Genesis (375 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 318 more horse power than 1990 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist. (57 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Genesis should accelerate faster than 1990 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist.
Because 2009 Hyundai Genesis is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Hyundai Genesis. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2009 Hyundai Genesis (452 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 356 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist. (96 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai Genesis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hyundai Genesis | 1990 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist | |
| Make | Hyundai | Wartburg |
| Model | Genesis | 1.3 l Tourist |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4627 cc | 1272 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 375 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 452 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2460 mm |
