1979 Plymouth Trail Duster vs. 1966 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1979 Plymouth Trail Duster is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 3,678 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Plymouth Trail Duster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Plymouth Trail Duster (108 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1966 Toyota Corolla. (51 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Plymouth Trail Duster should accelerate faster than 1966 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Plymouth Trail Duster weights approximately 905 kg more than 1966 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Plymouth Trail Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Toyota Corolla. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 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, 1979 Plymouth Trail Duster (238 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Toyota Corolla. (85 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1979 Plymouth Trail Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Plymouth Trail Duster | 1966 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Plymouth | Toyota |
Model | Trail Duster | Corolla |
Year Released | 1979 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3678 cc | 1068 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 238 Nm | 85 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 3850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2290 mm |