1956 Trabant P 70 vs. 2011 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2011 Ford Explorer is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Trabant P 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Trabant P 70 would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Explorer (290 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 268 more horse power than 1956 Trabant P 70. (22 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1956 Trabant P 70.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Ford Explorer (345 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Trabant P 70. (54 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Trabant P 70.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Trabant P 70 | 2011 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | Trabant | Ford |
| Model | P 70 | Explorer |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2011 |
| Engine Size | 689 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 5006 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 2004 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1788 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2860 mm |
