1976 Plymouth Trail Duster vs. 1993 Volvo 850
To start off, 1993 Volvo 850 is newer by 17 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 3,678 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Volvo 850 (142 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Volvo 850 should accelerate faster than 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster weights approximately 195 kg more than 1993 Volvo 850.
Because 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Volvo 850. 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, 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster (238 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Volvo 850. (176 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Volvo 850.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Plymouth Trail Duster | 1993 Volvo 850 | |
Make | Plymouth | Volvo |
Model | Trail Duster | 850 |
Year Released | 1976 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3678 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 238 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2670 mm |