1978 Plymouth Trail Duster vs. 2008 Ford Crown Victoria

To start off, 2008 Ford Crown Victoria is newer by 30 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 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Crown Victoria (224 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1978 Plymouth Trail Duster. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Crown Victoria should accelerate faster than 1978 Plymouth Trail Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 1241 kg more than 1978 Plymouth Trail Duster. 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 2008 Ford Crown Victoria. 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, 2008 Ford Crown Victoria (359 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Plymouth Trail Duster. (238 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Plymouth Trail Duster.

Compare all specifications:

1978 Plymouth Trail Duster 2008 Ford Crown Victoria
Make Plymouth Ford
Model Trail Duster Crown Victoria
Year Released 1978 2008
Body Type SUV Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3678 cc 4605 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 100 HP 224 HP
Engine RPM 3600 RPM 4750 RPM
Torque 238 Nm 359 Nm
Torque RPM 1600 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1615 kg 2856 kg
Vehicle Length 4700 mm 5390 mm
Vehicle Width 2030 mm 1970 mm
Vehicle Height 1890 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 2700 mm 2920 mm


 

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