1992 Dodge Grand Caravan vs. 1966 Trabant P 601
To start off, 1992 Dodge Grand Caravan is newer by 26 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 2,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Dodge Grand Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Dodge Grand Caravan (142 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1966 Trabant P 601. (23 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Dodge Grand Caravan should accelerate faster than 1966 Trabant P 601. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Dodge Grand Caravan weights approximately 960 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.
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 Dodge Grand Caravan (235 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Trabant P 601. (53 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1992 Dodge Grand Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Trabant P 601.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Dodge Grand Caravan | 1966 Trabant P 601 | |
| Make | Dodge | Trabant |
| Model | Grand Caravan | P 601 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2971 cc | 595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 23 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 53 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2030 mm |
