1990 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1963 Trabant Universal
To start off, 1990 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 27 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 2,471 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Chevrolet Blazer (91 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1963 Trabant Universal. (23 HP @ 3900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1963 Trabant Universal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 740 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 1990 Chevrolet Blazer 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, 1990 Chevrolet Blazer 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, 1990 Chevrolet Blazer (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Trabant Universal. (51 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1990 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Trabant Universal.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Chevrolet Blazer | 1963 Trabant Universal | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Trabant |
| Model | Blazer | Universal |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2471 cc | 595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 23 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 51 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 3370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2030 mm |
