1977 Plymouth Trail Duster vs. 1996 Saab 900
To start off, 1996 Saab 900 is newer by 19 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, 1996 Saab 900 (132 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster. (108 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Saab 900 should accelerate faster than 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster weights approximately 300 kg more than 1996 Saab 900.
Because 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Saab 900. 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 @ 2000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Saab 900. (177 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Saab 900.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Plymouth Trail Duster | 1996 Saab 900 | |
Make | Plymouth | Saab |
Model | Trail Duster | 900 |
Year Released | 1977 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3678 cc | 1985 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 132 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 238 Nm | 177 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1315 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2520 mm |