1977 Plymouth Trail Duster vs. 2006 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2006 Skoda Fabia is newer by 29 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 26 more horse power than 2006 Skoda Fabia. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster should accelerate faster than 2006 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster weights approximately 445 kg more than 2006 Skoda Fabia. 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 2006 Skoda Fabia. 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 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Skoda Fabia. (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Skoda Fabia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster | 2006 Skoda Fabia | |
| Make | Plymouth | Skoda |
| Model | Trail Duster | Fabia |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3678 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 238 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2470 mm |
