2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 1968 Trabant P 601
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is newer by 38 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 4,163 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (291 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 265 more horse power than 1968 Trabant P 601. (26 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 1968 Trabant P 601. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer weights approximately 1135 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 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 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, 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 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, 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (377 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 323 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Trabant P 601. (54 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Trabant P 601.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 1968 Trabant P 601 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Trabant |
Model | TrailBlazer | P 601 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 593 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 291 HP | 26 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 377 Nm | 54 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1520 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2030 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 24 L |