1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III vs. 1975 Plymouth Trail Duster
To start off, 1975 Plymouth Trail Duster is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III would be higher. At 3,678 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Plymouth Trail Duster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III (146 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1975 Plymouth Trail Duster. (101 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III should accelerate faster than 1975 Plymouth Trail Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Plymouth Trail Duster weights approximately 435 kg more than 1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III.
Because 1975 Plymouth Trail Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 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, 1975 Plymouth Trail Duster (237 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. (166 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1975 Plymouth Trail Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III | 1975 Plymouth Trail Duster | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Plymouth |
Model | 3000 Mk III | Trail Duster |
Year Released | 1965 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2912 cc | 3678 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 146 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 166 Nm | 237 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2700 mm |