2005 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1956 Trabant P 70
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Trabant P 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Trabant P 70 would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Suburban (335 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 313 more horse power than 1956 Trabant P 70. (22 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1956 Trabant P 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1769 kg more than 1956 Trabant P 70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Suburban (509 Nm) has 455 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Trabant P 70. (54 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Trabant P 70.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Suburban | 1956 Trabant P 70 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Trabant |
| Model | Suburban | P 70 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1956 |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 689 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 22 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 2619 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2390 mm |
