1977 Plymouth Trail Duster vs. 1996 Volvo 960
To start off, 1996 Volvo 960 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 Volvo 960 (168 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Volvo 960 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 115 kg more than 1996 Volvo 960.
Because 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Volvo 960. 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 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Volvo 960. (233 Nm @ 4550 RPM). This means 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Volvo 960.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Plymouth Trail Duster | 1996 Volvo 960 | |
Make | Plymouth | Volvo |
Model | Trail Duster | 960 |
Year Released | 1977 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3678 cc | 2472 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 238 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4550 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2780 mm |