2001 GMC Envoy vs. 1968 Trabant P 601
To start off, 2001 GMC Envoy is newer by 33 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 4,159 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 GMC Envoy (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 245 more horse power than 1968 Trabant P 601. (26 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 1968 Trabant P 601. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 GMC Envoy weights approximately 1395 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 2001 GMC Envoy 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, 2001 GMC Envoy 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, 2001 GMC Envoy (373 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 319 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Trabant P 601. (54 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Trabant P 601.
Compare all specifications:
2001 GMC Envoy | 1968 Trabant P 601 | |
Make | GMC | Trabant |
Model | Envoy | P 601 |
Year Released | 2001 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4159 cc | 593 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 26 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 54 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1520 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2030 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 24 L |