1978 Plymouth Trail Duster vs. 1983 Ford Laser
To start off, 1983 Ford Laser is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Plymouth Trail Duster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Plymouth Trail Duster would be higher. At 3,678 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Plymouth Trail Duster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Plymouth Trail Duster (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1983 Ford Laser. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Plymouth Trail Duster should accelerate faster than 1983 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Plymouth Trail Duster weights approximately 825 kg more than 1983 Ford Laser. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Plymouth Trail Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Ford Laser. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 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, 1978 Plymouth Trail Duster (238 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ford Laser. (121 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1978 Plymouth Trail Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Plymouth Trail Duster | 1983 Ford Laser | |
Make | Plymouth | Ford |
Model | Trail Duster | Laser |
Year Released | 1978 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3678 cc | 1490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 238 Nm | 121 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2370 mm |