2005 Land Rover Defender vs. 1964 Trabant Universal
To start off, 2005 Land Rover Defender is newer by 41 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 3,947 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Land Rover Defender is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Land Rover Defender (180 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1964 Trabant Universal. (30 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover Defender should accelerate faster than 1964 Trabant Universal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 976 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.
Because 2005 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Trabant Universal. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover Defender 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, 2005 Land Rover Defender (320 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Trabant Universal. (62 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Trabant Universal.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Land Rover Defender | 1964 Trabant Universal | |
| Make | Land Rover | Trabant |
| Model | Defender | Universal |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3947 cc | 594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 62 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 654 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 24 L |
