2009 Suzuki Swift vs. 1990 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist
To start off, 2009 Suzuki Swift 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 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Suzuki Swift is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Suzuki Swift (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1990 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist. (57 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Suzuki Swift should accelerate faster than 1990 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Suzuki Swift weights approximately 345 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.
Because 2009 Suzuki Swift 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, 2009 Suzuki Swift 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 Suzuki Swift (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist. (96 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2009 Suzuki Swift will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Suzuki Swift | 1990 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist | |
Make | Suzuki | Wartburg |
Model | Swift | 1.3 l Tourist |
Year Released | 2009 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1272 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 96 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2460 mm |