1991 Buick Roadmaster vs. 1961 Trabant Universal
To start off, 1991 Buick Roadmaster is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Trabant Universal. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Trabant Universal would be higher. At 5,731 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Buick Roadmaster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Buick Roadmaster (177 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1961 Trabant Universal. (20 HP @ 3900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Buick Roadmaster should accelerate faster than 1961 Trabant Universal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Buick Roadmaster weights approximately 1174 kg more than 1961 Trabant Universal. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 Buick Roadmaster 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 1991 Buick Roadmaster. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1961 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, 1991 Buick Roadmaster (393 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 349 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Trabant Universal. (44 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1991 Buick Roadmaster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Trabant Universal.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Buick Roadmaster | 1961 Trabant Universal | |
| Make | Buick | Trabant |
| Model | Roadmaster | Universal |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5731 cc | 499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 44 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 666 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 3370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2030 mm |
