1963 Trabant Universal vs. 2006 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2006 Volvo XC90 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Trabant Universal. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Trabant Universal would be higher. At 2,401 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Volvo XC90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volvo XC90 (182 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1963 Trabant Universal. (23 HP @ 3900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volvo XC90 should accelerate faster than 1963 Trabant Universal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 1520 kg more than 1963 Trabant Universal. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Volvo XC90 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Trabant Universal. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Volvo XC90 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, 2006 Volvo XC90 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 349 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Trabant Universal. (51 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2006 Volvo XC90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Trabant Universal.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Trabant Universal | 2006 Volvo XC90 | |
| Make | Trabant | Volvo |
| Model | Universal | XC90 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 595 cc | 2401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 23 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 51 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 2180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2860 mm |
