1971 Alpine A 110 vs. 1981 Plymouth Trail Duster
To start off, 1981 Plymouth Trail Duster is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Alpine A 110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Alpine A 110 would be higher. At 3,678 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Plymouth Trail Duster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Alpine A 110 (127 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1981 Plymouth Trail Duster. (108 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Alpine A 110 should accelerate faster than 1981 Plymouth Trail Duster.
Because 1981 Plymouth Trail Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Alpine A 110. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 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, 1981 Plymouth Trail Duster (237 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Alpine A 110. (146 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1981 Plymouth Trail Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Alpine A 110.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Alpine A 110 | 1981 Plymouth Trail Duster | |
Make | Alpine | Plymouth |
Model | A 110 | Trail Duster |
Year Released | 1971 | 1981 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 1606 cc | 3678 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 127 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 237 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2700 mm |