1976 Plymouth Trail Duster vs. 1979 Pontiac Trans Am
To start off, 1979 Pontiac Trans Am is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster would be higher. At 6,555 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Pontiac Trans Am is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Pontiac Trans Am (220 HP) has 120 more horse power than 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster. (100 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Pontiac Trans Am should accelerate faster than 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster.
Because 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Pontiac Trans Am. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 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, 1979 Pontiac Trans Am (434 Nm) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster. (238 Nm). This means 1979 Pontiac Trans Am will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster | 1979 Pontiac Trans Am | |
| Make | Plymouth | Pontiac |
| Model | Trail Duster | Trans Am |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1979 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3678 cc | 6555 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 220 HP |
| Torque | 238 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 5040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2750 mm |
