1984 GMC Suburban vs. 1964 Trabant P 601
To start off, 1984 GMC Suburban is newer by 20 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 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 GMC Suburban (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1964 Trabant P 601. (23 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 1964 Trabant P 601. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 GMC Suburban weights approximately 1629 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 1984 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Trabant P 601. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 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, 1984 GMC Suburban (312 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Trabant P 601. (53 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1984 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Trabant P 601. 1984 GMC Suburban has automatic transmission and 1964 Trabant P 601 has manual transmission. 1964 Trabant P 601 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1984 GMC Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1984 GMC Suburban | 1964 Trabant P 601 | |
Make | GMC | Trabant |
Model | Suburban | P 601 |
Year Released | 1984 | 1964 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4300 cc | 595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 23 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 53 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2244 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 |