2002 Ford Taurus vs. 1968 Trabant P 601
To start off, 2002 Ford Taurus is newer by 34 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 2,933 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Taurus (153 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1968 Trabant P 601. (26 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 1968 Trabant P 601. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Taurus weights approximately 862 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, 2002 Ford Taurus (244 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Trabant P 601. (54 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Trabant P 601.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford Taurus | 1968 Trabant P 601 | |
| Make | Ford | Trabant |
| Model | Taurus | P 601 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2933 cc | 593 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 26 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1477 kg | 615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 24 L |
