1964 Trabant Universal vs. 2013 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2013 Toyota Highlander is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Trabant Universal. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Trabant Universal would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Highlander (228 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 1964 Trabant Universal. (23 HP @ 3900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1964 Trabant Universal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 1449 kg more than 1964 Trabant Universal. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Toyota Highlander is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Trabant Universal. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Highlander 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, 2013 Toyota Highlander (292 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Trabant Universal. (51 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Trabant Universal.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Trabant Universal | 2013 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Trabant | Toyota |
| Model | Universal | Highlander |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 595 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 23 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3900 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 51 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 2109 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 4795 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 24 L | 65 L |
