2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport vs. 1963 Trabant Universal
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is newer by 46 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 4,394 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (297 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 274 more horse power than 1963 Trabant Universal. (23 HP @ 3900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport should accelerate faster than 1963 Trabant Universal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport weights approximately 2048 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 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (315 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Trabant Universal. (51 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Trabant Universal.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport | 1963 Trabant Universal | |
| Make | Land Rover | Trabant |
| Model | Range Rover Sport | Universal |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4394 cc | 595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 297 HP | 23 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 51 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 2708 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2030 mm |
