1977 Plymouth Trail Duster vs. 2007 Volkswagen Citi
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Citi 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 Volkswagen Citi (120 HP) has 20 more horse power than 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster. (100 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Citi 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 755 kg more than 2007 Volkswagen Citi.
Because 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Volkswagen Citi. 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 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Citi. (162 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Citi.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster | 2007 Volkswagen Citi | |
| Make | Plymouth | Volkswagen |
| Model | Trail Duster | Citi |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3678 cc | 1780 cc |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 120 HP |
| Torque | 238 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2410 mm |
