1978 Plymouth Trail Duster vs. 2012 Infiniti G25
To start off, 2012 Infiniti G25 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 3,678 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Plymouth Trail Duster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Infiniti G25 (218 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1978 Plymouth Trail Duster. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti G25 should accelerate faster than 1978 Plymouth Trail Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Infiniti G25 weights approximately 2 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 Infiniti G25. 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 Infiniti G25 (254 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Plymouth Trail Duster. (238 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2012 Infiniti G25 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 Infiniti G25 | |
Make | Plymouth | Infiniti |
Model | Trail Duster | G25 |
Year Released | 1978 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3678 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 218 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 238 Nm | 254 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1617 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4773 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1773 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1453 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2850 mm |