2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 1955 Trabant P 70
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Trabant P 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Trabant P 70 would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (390 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 368 more horse power than 1955 Trabant P 70. (22 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 1955 Trabant P 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer weights approximately 411 kg more than 1955 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, 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (536 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 482 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Trabant P 70. (54 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Trabant P 70.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 1955 Trabant P 70 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Trabant |
Model | TrailBlazer | P 70 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1955 |
Engine Size | 5999 cc | 690 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 390 HP | 22 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 536 Nm | 54 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2390 mm |