1979 Plymouth Trail Duster vs. 2007 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 28 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 8 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Polo. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Plymouth Trail Duster should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Polo.
Because 1979 Plymouth Trail Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Volkswagen Polo. 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, 2007 Volkswagen Polo (240 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Plymouth Trail Duster. (238 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Polo 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 | 2007 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Plymouth | Volkswagen |
Model | Trail Duster | Polo |
Year Released | 1979 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3678 cc | 1895 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 238 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2580 mm |