1976 Chrysler Valiant vs. 1980 Plymouth Trail Duster
To start off, 1980 Plymouth Trail Duster is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Chrysler Valiant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Chrysler Valiant would be higher. At 5,209 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Chrysler Valiant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Chrysler Valiant (227 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1980 Plymouth Trail Duster. (108 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Chrysler Valiant should accelerate faster than 1980 Plymouth Trail Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Plymouth Trail Duster weights approximately 15 kg more than 1976 Chrysler Valiant.
Because 1980 Plymouth Trail Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Chrysler Valiant. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 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, 1976 Chrysler Valiant (470 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Plymouth Trail Duster. (237 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1976 Chrysler Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Plymouth Trail Duster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Chrysler Valiant | 1980 Plymouth Trail Duster | |
| Make | Chrysler | Plymouth |
| Model | Valiant | Trail Duster |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5209 cc | 3678 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2700 mm |
