1948 Citroen 2CV vs. 1982 Plymouth Trail Duster
To start off, 1982 Plymouth Trail Duster is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Citroen 2CV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Citroen 2CV would be higher. At 3,678 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Plymouth Trail Duster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Plymouth Trail Duster (108 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1948 Citroen 2CV. (9 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Plymouth Trail Duster should accelerate faster than 1948 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Plymouth Trail Duster weights approximately 933 kg more than 1948 Citroen 2CV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1982 Plymouth Trail Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1948 Citroen 2CV. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Plymouth Trail Duster 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, 1982 Plymouth Trail Duster (237 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Citroen 2CV. (23 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1982 Plymouth Trail Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
1948 Citroen 2CV | 1982 Plymouth Trail Duster | |
Make | Citroen | Plymouth |
Model | 2CV | Trail Duster |
Year Released | 1948 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 375 cc | 3678 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 9 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 23 Nm | 237 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 682 kg | 1615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2700 mm |