1979 Plymouth Trail Duster vs. 1991 Plymouth Colt
To start off, 1991 Plymouth Colt is newer by 12 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, 1991 Plymouth Colt (114 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1979 Plymouth Trail Duster. (108 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Plymouth Colt should accelerate faster than 1979 Plymouth Trail Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Plymouth Trail Duster weights approximately 280 kg more than 1991 Plymouth Colt.
Because 1979 Plymouth Trail Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Plymouth Colt. 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 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Plymouth Colt. (184 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1979 Plymouth Trail Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Plymouth Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Plymouth Trail Duster | 1991 Plymouth Colt | |
| Make | Plymouth | Plymouth |
| Model | Trail Duster | Colt |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3678 cc | 2349 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 238 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2530 mm |
