2004 Ford Excursion vs. 1968 Trabant P 601
To start off, 2004 Ford Excursion is newer by 36 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 6,801 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Excursion (310 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 284 more horse power than 1968 Trabant P 601. (26 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1968 Trabant P 601. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Excursion weights approximately 2646 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 2004 Ford Excursion 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, 2004 Ford Excursion 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, 2004 Ford Excursion (576 Nm) has 522 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Trabant P 601. (54 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Trabant P 601.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Excursion | 1968 Trabant P 601 | |
Make | Ford | Trabant |
Model | Excursion | P 601 |
Year Released | 2004 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6801 cc | 593 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 26 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 576 Nm | 54 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 3261 kg | 615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 3560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1520 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2050 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2030 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 167 L | 24 L |