2009 GMC Envoy vs. 1960 Trabant Universal
To start off, 2009 GMC Envoy is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Trabant Universal. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Trabant Universal would be higher. At 4,161 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Envoy (285 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 265 more horse power than 1960 Trabant Universal. (20 HP @ 3900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 1960 Trabant Universal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Envoy weights approximately 2070 kg more than 1960 Trabant Universal. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 GMC Envoy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Trabant Universal. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 GMC Envoy 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 GMC Envoy (375 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 331 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Trabant Universal. (44 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Trabant Universal.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 GMC Envoy | 1960 Trabant Universal | |
| Make | GMC | Trabant |
| Model | Envoy | Universal |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4161 cc | 499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Torque | 375 Nm | 44 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 2730 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2030 mm |
