1993 Dodge Caravan vs. 1968 Trabant P 601
To start off, 1993 Dodge Caravan is newer by 25 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 2,501 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Dodge Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Dodge Caravan (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1968 Trabant P 601. (26 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Dodge Caravan should accelerate faster than 1968 Trabant P 601. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 790 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, 1993 Dodge Caravan (183 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Trabant P 601. (54 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Dodge Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Trabant P 601.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Dodge Caravan | 1968 Trabant P 601 | |
| Make | Dodge | Trabant |
| Model | Caravan | P 601 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2501 cc | 593 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 26 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2030 mm |
