1995 Jeep Cherokee vs. 1968 Trabant P 601
To start off, 1995 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 27 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 3,960 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Jeep Cherokee (181 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1968 Trabant P 601. (26 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1968 Trabant P 601. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 945 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.
Because 1995 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Trabant P 601. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Jeep Cherokee 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, 1995 Jeep Cherokee (301 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Trabant P 601. (54 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Trabant P 601.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Jeep Cherokee | 1968 Trabant P 601 | |
Make | Jeep | Trabant |
Model | Cherokee | P 601 |
Year Released | 1995 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3960 cc | 593 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 181 HP | 26 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 301 Nm | 54 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1520 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2030 mm |