1995 Dodge Dakota vs. 1960 Trabant Universal
To start off, 1995 Dodge Dakota is newer by 35 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 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Dodge Dakota (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1960 Trabant Universal. (20 HP @ 3900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1960 Trabant Universal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 870 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 1995 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Trabant Universal. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Dodge Dakota 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, 1995 Dodge Dakota (196 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Trabant Universal. (44 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1995 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Trabant Universal.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Dodge Dakota | 1960 Trabant Universal | |
| Make | Dodge | Trabant |
| Model | Dakota | Universal |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 44 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 3370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2030 mm |
