2009 Dodge Dakota vs. 1968 Trabant P 601
To start off, 2009 Dodge Dakota is newer by 41 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 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Dakota (211 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1968 Trabant P 601. (26 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1968 Trabant P 601. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 1076 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 2009 Dodge Dakota 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, 2009 Dodge Dakota 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, 2009 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Trabant P 601. (54 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Trabant P 601.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Dakota | 1968 Trabant P 601 | |
Make | Dodge | Trabant |
Model | Dakota | P 601 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3701 cc | 593 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 211 HP | 26 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 54 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 3560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1520 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2030 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 24 L |