1976 Plymouth Trail Duster vs. 2009 Saturn Sky
To start off, 2009 Saturn Sky is newer by 33 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), 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Saturn Sky (260 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster. (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Saturn Sky 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 476 kg more than 2009 Saturn Sky.
Because 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Saturn Sky. 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 (393 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Saturn Sky. (353 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Saturn Sky.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Plymouth Trail Duster | 2009 Saturn Sky | |
Make | Plymouth | Saturn |
Model | Trail Duster | Sky |
Year Released | 1976 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6555 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 353 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1344 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2420 mm |