1989 Dodge Daytona vs. 1968 Trabant P 601
To start off, 1989 Dodge Daytona is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Trabant P 601. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Trabant P 601 would be higher. At 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Dodge Daytona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Dodge Daytona (141 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1968 Trabant P 601. (26 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Dodge Daytona should accelerate faster than 1968 Trabant P 601. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Dodge Daytona weights approximately 759 kg more than 1968 Trabant P 601. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1989 Dodge Daytona (232 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Trabant P 601. (54 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Dodge Daytona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Trabant P 601.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Dodge Daytona | 1968 Trabant P 601 | |
| Make | Dodge | Trabant |
| Model | Daytona | P 601 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2972 cc | 593 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 26 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 232 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1374 kg | 615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2030 mm |
