1977 Plymouth Trail Duster vs. 1981 Seat 127
To start off, 1981 Seat 127 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster 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 53 more horse power than 1981 Seat 127. (47 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster should accelerate faster than 1981 Seat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster weights approximately 910 kg more than 1981 Seat 127. 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 1981 Seat 127. 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 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Seat 127. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Seat 127.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Plymouth Trail Duster | 1981 Seat 127 | |
Make | Plymouth | Seat |
Model | Trail Duster | 127 |
Year Released | 1977 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3678 cc | 901 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 238 Nm | 63 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 705 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 3600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2230 mm |