1977 Austin Maxi vs. 1978 Plymouth Trail Duster
To start off, 1978 Plymouth Trail Duster is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Austin Maxi. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Austin Maxi would be higher. At 3,678 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Plymouth Trail Duster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Plymouth Trail Duster (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1977 Austin Maxi. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Plymouth Trail Duster should accelerate faster than 1977 Austin Maxi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Plymouth Trail Duster weights approximately 635 kg more than 1977 Austin Maxi. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Plymouth Trail Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Austin Maxi. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 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, 1978 Plymouth Trail Duster (238 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Austin Maxi. (104 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1978 Plymouth Trail Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Austin Maxi.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Austin Maxi | 1978 Plymouth Trail Duster | |
Make | Austin | Plymouth |
Model | Maxi | Trail Duster |
Year Released | 1977 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1485 cc | 3678 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 68 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 104 Nm | 238 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2700 mm |