1976 Plymouth Trail Duster vs. 2011 SsangYong Actyon

To start off, 2011 SsangYong Actyon is newer by 35 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, 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2011 SsangYong Actyon. (139 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster should accelerate faster than 2011 SsangYong Actyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster weights approximately 44 kg more than 2011 SsangYong Actyon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 SsangYong Actyon. (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 SsangYong Actyon.

Compare all specifications:

1976 Plymouth Trail Duster 2011 SsangYong Actyon
Make Plymouth SsangYong
Model Trail Duster Actyon
Year Released 1976 2011
Body Type SUV Crossover
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 139 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 393 Nm 310 Nm
Torque RPM 2400 RPM 2400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1820 kg 1776 kg
Vehicle Length 4700 mm 4460 mm
Vehicle Width 2030 mm 1750 mm
Vehicle Height 1890 mm 1890 mm
Wheelbase Size 2700 mm 2750 mm


 

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