1964 Trabant P 601 vs. 1992 Volvo 240
To start off, 1992 Volvo 240 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Trabant P 601. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Trabant P 601 would be higher. At 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Volvo 240 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Volvo 240 (96 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1964 Trabant P 601. (23 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Volvo 240 should accelerate faster than 1964 Trabant P 601. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Volvo 240 weights approximately 681 kg more than 1964 Trabant P 601. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Volvo 240 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1992 Volvo 240. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1964 Trabant P 601, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1992 Volvo 240 (157 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Trabant P 601. (53 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1992 Volvo 240 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Trabant P 601.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Trabant P 601 | 1992 Volvo 240 | |
Make | Trabant | Volvo |
Model | P 601 | 240 |
Year Released | 1964 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 595 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 23 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 53 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 82.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 93 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 615 kg | 1296 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2660 mm |