2004 Renault Grand Scenic vs. 1968 Trabant P 601
To start off, 2004 Renault Grand Scenic 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Renault Grand Scenic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Renault Grand Scenic (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1968 Trabant P 601. (26 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Renault Grand Scenic should accelerate faster than 1968 Trabant P 601. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Renault Grand Scenic weights approximately 1085 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, 2004 Renault Grand Scenic (200 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Trabant P 601. (54 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Renault Grand Scenic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Trabant P 601.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Renault Grand Scenic | 1968 Trabant P 601 | |
| Make | Renault | Trabant |
| Model | Grand Scenic | P 601 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 593 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 26 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 24 L |
