1977 Plymouth Trail Duster vs. 2007 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2007 SsangYong Korando is newer by 30 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, 2007 SsangYong Korando (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster. (108 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 250 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, 2007 SsangYong Korando (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster. (238 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Plymouth Trail Duster | 2007 SsangYong Korando | |
Make | Plymouth | SsangYong |
Model | Trail Duster | Korando |
Year Released | 1977 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3678 cc | 2874 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 238 Nm | 256 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1865 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2490 mm |