1976 Plymouth Trail Duster vs. 2013 Dodge DART
To start off, 2013 Dodge DART is newer by 37 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, 2013 Dodge DART (158 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Dodge DART 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 176 kg more than 2013 Dodge DART.
Because 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Dodge DART. 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 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Dodge DART. (197 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Dodge DART.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Plymouth Trail Duster | 2013 Dodge DART | |
Make | Plymouth | Dodge |
Model | Trail Duster | DART |
Year Released | 1976 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3678 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 238 Nm | 197 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1439 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4672 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1465 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2703 mm |