2009 Subaru Outback vs. 1989 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist
To start off, 2009 Subaru Outback is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Outback (242 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1989 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist. (57 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 1989 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Subaru Outback weights approximately 688 kg more than 1989 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 2009 Subaru Outback is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Outback 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, 2009 Subaru Outback (297 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist. (96 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Subaru Outback | 1989 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist | |
| Make | Subaru | Wartburg |
| Model | Outback | 1.3 l Tourist |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 1270 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 242 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 | 1638 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2460 mm |
