1977 Plymouth Trail Duster vs. 2006 Subaru Legacy

To start off, 2006 Subaru Legacy 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, 2006 Subaru Legacy (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 18 kg more than 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Subaru Legacy. (229 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Subaru Legacy.

Compare all specifications:

1977 Plymouth Trail Duster 2006 Subaru Legacy
Make Plymouth Subaru
Model Trail Duster Legacy
Year Released 1977 2006
Body Type SUV Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3678 cc 2458 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Horse Power 100 HP 175 HP
Engine RPM 3600 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 238 Nm 229 Nm
Torque RPM 1600 RPM 4400 RPM
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1615 kg 1633 kg
Vehicle Length 4700 mm 4800 mm
Vehicle Width 2030 mm 1740 mm
Vehicle Height 1890 mm 1480 mm
Wheelbase Size 2700 mm 2680 mm


 

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