1978 Plymouth Trail Duster vs. 2012 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 34 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 3,700 cc (5 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado (242 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1978 Plymouth Trail Duster. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1978 Plymouth Trail Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 85 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 2012 Chevrolet Colorado. 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, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado (328 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Plymouth Trail Duster. (238 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Colorado 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 | 2012 Chevrolet Colorado | |
Make | Plymouth | Chevrolet |
Model | Trail Duster | Colorado |
Year Released | 1978 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3678 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 238 Nm | 328 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 5270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 3210 mm |