1977 Plymouth Trail Duster vs. 1997 Volvo S70
To start off, 1997 Volvo S70 is newer by 20 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, 1997 Volvo S70 (124 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster. (108 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Volvo S70 should accelerate faster than 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster.
Because 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Volvo S70. 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 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Volvo S70. (170 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Volvo S70.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Plymouth Trail Duster | 1997 Volvo S70 | |
Make | Plymouth | Volvo |
Model | Trail Duster | S70 |
Year Released | 1977 | 1997 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3678 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 238 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2670 mm |