2009 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 1965 Trabant Universal
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Trabant Universal. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Trabant Universal would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe (320 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 297 more horse power than 1965 Trabant Universal. (23 HP @ 3900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1965 Trabant Universal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 1540 kg more than 1965 Trabant Universal. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Trabant Universal. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe 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, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe (462 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 411 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Trabant Universal. (51 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Trabant Universal.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe | 1965 Trabant Universal | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Trabant |
| Model | Tahoe | Universal |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 23 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Torque | 462 Nm | 51 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 3370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2030 mm |
