1978 Plymouth Trail Duster vs. 2003 Proton 400
To start off, 2003 Proton 400 is newer by 25 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 26 more horse power than 2003 Proton 400. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Plymouth Trail Duster should accelerate faster than 2003 Proton 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Plymouth Trail Duster weights approximately 645 kg more than 2003 Proton 400. 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 2003 Proton 400. 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 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Proton 400. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1978 Plymouth Trail Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Proton 400.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Plymouth Trail Duster | 2003 Proton 400 | |
Make | Plymouth | Proton |
Model | Trail Duster | 400 |
Year Released | 1978 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3678 cc | 1299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 238 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2510 mm |