1977 Plymouth Trail Duster vs. 1982 Honda Ballade
To start off, 1982 Honda Ballade is newer by 5 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) has 33 more horse power than 1982 Honda Ballade. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster should accelerate faster than 1982 Honda Ballade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster weights approximately 830 kg more than 1982 Honda Ballade. 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 1982 Honda Ballade. 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 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Honda Ballade. (109 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Honda Ballade.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Plymouth Trail Duster | 1982 Honda Ballade | |
Make | Plymouth | Honda |
Model | Trail Duster | Ballade |
Year Released | 1977 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3678 cc | 1335 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 67 HP |
Torque | 238 Nm | 109 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2330 mm |