1996 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1964 Trabant Universal
To start off, 1996 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Trabant Universal. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Trabant Universal would be higher. At 4,296 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Blazer (160 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1964 Trabant Universal. (30 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1964 Trabant Universal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 1261 kg more than 1964 Trabant Universal. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Chevrolet Blazer (345 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 283 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Trabant Universal. (62 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Trabant Universal.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Blazer | 1964 Trabant Universal | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Trabant |
| Model | Blazer | Universal |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4296 cc | 594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 62 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 654 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2030 mm |
