1992 Buick LeSabre vs. 1968 Trabant P 601
To start off, 1992 Buick LeSabre is newer by 24 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Buick LeSabre (168 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1968 Trabant P 601. (26 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1968 Trabant P 601. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 935 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, 1992 Buick LeSabre (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Trabant P 601. (54 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Trabant P 601.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Buick LeSabre | 1968 Trabant P 601 | |
Make | Buick | Trabant |
Model | LeSabre | P 601 |
Year Released | 1992 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 593 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 26 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 54 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 3560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1520 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2030 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 24 L |