2009 Toyota Sequoia vs. 1989 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist
To start off, 2009 Toyota Sequoia 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 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Sequoia (272 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 1989 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist. (57 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 1989 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist.
Because 2009 Toyota Sequoia 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 Toyota Sequoia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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 Toyota Sequoia (315 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist. (96 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Toyota Sequoia | 1989 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist | |
| Make | Toyota | Wartburg |
| Model | Sequoia | 1.3 l Tourist |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4664 cc | 1270 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 272 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1650 mm |
