1977 Plymouth Trail Duster vs. 1976 Sunbeam Alpine
To start off, 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Sunbeam Alpine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Sunbeam Alpine would be higher. At 3,678 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1976 Sunbeam Alpine. (71 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster should accelerate faster than 1976 Sunbeam Alpine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster weights approximately 605 kg more than 1976 Sunbeam Alpine. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Sunbeam Alpine. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1977 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, 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster (238 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Sunbeam Alpine. (123 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Sunbeam Alpine.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Plymouth Trail Duster | 1976 Sunbeam Alpine | |
Make | Plymouth | Sunbeam |
Model | Trail Duster | Alpine |
Year Released | 1977 | 1976 |
Engine Size | 3678 cc | 1725 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 71 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 238 Nm | 123 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2510 mm |