1978 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 1981 Plymouth Trail Duster
To start off, 1981 Plymouth Trail Duster is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 3,678 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Plymouth Trail Duster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Mercedes-Benz S (157 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1981 Plymouth Trail Duster. (108 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1981 Plymouth Trail Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Plymouth Trail Duster weights approximately 5 kg more than 1978 Mercedes-Benz S.
Because 1981 Plymouth Trail Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Mercedes-Benz S. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 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, 1981 Plymouth Trail Duster (237 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mercedes-Benz S. (223 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1981 Plymouth Trail Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mercedes-Benz S.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Mercedes-Benz S | 1981 Plymouth Trail Duster | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Plymouth |
Model | S | Trail Duster |
Year Released | 1978 | 1981 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2746 cc | 3678 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 157 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 223 Nm | 237 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2700 mm |