1979 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1963 Trabant Universal
To start off, 1979 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 16 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 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Chevrolet Suburban (101 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1963 Trabant Universal. (23 HP @ 3900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1963 Trabant Universal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1540 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 1979 Chevrolet Suburban 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, 1979 Chevrolet Suburban 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, 1979 Chevrolet Suburban (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Trabant Universal. (51 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1979 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Trabant Universal.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Chevrolet Suburban | 1963 Trabant Universal | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Trabant |
| Model | Suburban | Universal |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 23 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Torque | 242 Nm | 51 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 3370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2030 mm |
