1979 Plymouth Trail Duster vs. 1986 Volvo 242
To start off, 1986 Volvo 242 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Plymouth Trail Duster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Plymouth Trail Duster 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 11 more horse power than 1986 Volvo 242. (97 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Plymouth Trail Duster should accelerate faster than 1986 Volvo 242. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Plymouth Trail Duster weights approximately 325 kg more than 1986 Volvo 242. 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 1986 Volvo 242. 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 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Volvo 242. (157 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1979 Plymouth Trail Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Volvo 242.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Plymouth Trail Duster | 1986 Volvo 242 | |
Make | Plymouth | Volvo |
Model | Trail Duster | 242 |
Year Released | 1979 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3678 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 238 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2660 mm |