1983 Pontiac Grand Safari vs. 1960 Trabant Universal
To start off, 1983 Pontiac Grand Safari is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Trabant Universal. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Trabant Universal would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Pontiac Grand Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Pontiac Grand Safari (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1960 Trabant Universal. (20 HP @ 3900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Pontiac Grand Safari should accelerate faster than 1960 Trabant Universal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Pontiac Grand Safari weights approximately 1140 kg more than 1960 Trabant Universal. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 Pontiac Grand Safari 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 1983 Pontiac Grand Safari. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1960 Trabant Universal, 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, 1983 Pontiac Grand Safari (325 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 281 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Trabant Universal. (44 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1983 Pontiac Grand Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Trabant Universal.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Pontiac Grand Safari | 1960 Trabant Universal | |
| Make | Pontiac | Trabant |
| Model | Grand Safari | Universal |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 44 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5450 mm | 3370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2030 mm |
