2008 Honda Pilot vs. 1963 Trabant Universal
To start off, 2008 Honda Pilot is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Trabant Universal. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Trabant Universal would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Pilot (244 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 1963 Trabant Universal. (23 HP @ 3900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1963 Trabant Universal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Pilot weights approximately 1350 kg more than 1963 Trabant Universal. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Honda Pilot is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Trabant Universal. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Honda Pilot 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, 2008 Honda Pilot (326 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Trabant Universal. (51 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Trabant Universal.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Pilot | 1963 Trabant Universal | |
Make | Honda | Trabant |
Model | Pilot | Universal |
Year Released | 2008 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 244 HP | 23 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Torque | 326 Nm | 51 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2030 mm |