1979 GMC Suburban vs. 1966 Trabant P 601
To start off, 1979 GMC Suburban is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Trabant P 601. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Trabant P 601 would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 GMC Suburban (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1966 Trabant P 601. (23 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 1966 Trabant P 601. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 GMC Suburban weights approximately 1617 kg more than 1966 Trabant P 601. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Trabant P 601. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 GMC Suburban 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, 1979 GMC Suburban (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Trabant P 601. (53 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1979 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Trabant P 601.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 GMC Suburban | 1966 Trabant P 601 | |
| Make | GMC | Trabant |
| Model | Suburban | P 601 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 23 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 53 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 2232 kg | 615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2030 mm |
