2009 Honda Ridgeline vs. 1961 Trabant Universal
To start off, 2009 Honda Ridgeline is newer by 48 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Honda Ridgeline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Ridgeline (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 230 more horse power than 1961 Trabant Universal. (20 HP @ 3900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 1961 Trabant Universal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Ridgeline weights approximately 527 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.
Because 2009 Honda Ridgeline is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Trabant Universal. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Honda Ridgeline 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 Honda Ridgeline (335 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Trabant Universal. (44 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Ridgeline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Trabant Universal.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Ridgeline | 1961 Trabant Universal | |
| Make | Honda | Trabant |
| Model | Ridgeline | Universal |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Torque | 335 Nm | 44 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1193 kg | 666 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 3370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2030 mm |
