1961 Trabant Universal vs. 2008 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Trabant Universal. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Trabant Universal would be higher. At 4,921 cc (10 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg (350 HP @ 2000 RPM) has 330 more horse power than 1961 Trabant Universal. (20 HP @ 3900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1961 Trabant Universal.
Because 2008 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Trabant Universal. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg (1,153 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 1109 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Trabant Universal. (44 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Trabant Universal.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Trabant Universal | 2008 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Trabant | Volkswagen |
Model | Universal | Touareg |
Year Released | 1961 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 499 cc | 4921 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 3900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Torque | 44 Nm | 1153 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2860 mm |