1979 Plymouth Trail Duster vs. 2002 Volvo S60
To start off, 2002 Volvo S60 is newer by 23 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, 2002 Volvo S60 (295 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1979 Plymouth Trail Duster. (108 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Volvo S60 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 164 kg more than 2002 Volvo S60.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2002 Volvo S60 (400 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Plymouth Trail Duster. (238 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2002 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Plymouth Trail Duster.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Plymouth Trail Duster | 2002 Volvo S60 | |
Make | Plymouth | Volvo |
Model | Trail Duster | S60 |
Year Released | 1979 | 2002 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3678 cc | 2435 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 295 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 238 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1451 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2720 mm |