1977 Opel Kadett 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 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Opel Kadett 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 26 more horse power than 1977 Opel Kadett. (74 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Plymouth Trail Duster should accelerate faster than 1977 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Plymouth Trail Duster weights approximately 800 kg more than 1977 Opel Kadett. 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 Opel Kadett. 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 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Opel Kadett. (113 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1978 Plymouth Trail Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Opel Kadett | 1978 Plymouth Trail Duster | |
Make | Opel | Plymouth |
Model | Kadett | Trail Duster |
Year Released | 1977 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3678 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 113 Nm | 238 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2700 mm |