1999 Buick Riviera vs. 1961 Trabant Universal
To start off, 1999 Buick Riviera is newer by 38 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Buick Riviera (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1961 Trabant Universal. (20 HP @ 3900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1961 Trabant Universal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Buick Riviera weights approximately 1034 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1999 Buick Riviera (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Trabant Universal. (44 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1999 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Trabant Universal.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Buick Riviera | 1961 Trabant Universal | |
| Make | Buick | Trabant |
| Model | Riviera | Universal |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 44 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 666 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 3370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
