2009 Scion tC vs. 1991 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist
To start off, 2009 Scion tC is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist would be higher. At 2,362 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Scion tC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Scion tC (161 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1991 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist. (57 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Scion tC should accelerate faster than 1991 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Scion tC weights approximately 379 kg more than 1991 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, 2009 Scion tC (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist. (96 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2009 Scion tC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Scion tC | 1991 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist | |
Make | Scion | Wartburg |
Model | tC | 1.3 l Tourist |
Year Released | 2009 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2362 cc | 1272 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 96 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1329 kg | 950 kg |