1986 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1964 Trabant P 601
To start off, 1986 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 22 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 2,471 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Chevrolet Blazer (91 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1964 Trabant P 601. (23 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1964 Trabant P 601. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 785 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 1986 Chevrolet Blazer 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, 1986 Chevrolet Blazer 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, 1986 Chevrolet Blazer (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Trabant P 601. (53 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1986 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Trabant P 601.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Chevrolet Blazer | 1964 Trabant P 601 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Trabant |
| Model | Blazer | P 601 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2471 cc | 595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 23 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 53 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2030 mm |
