1979 Plymouth Trail Duster vs. 2008 Volvo S40
To start off, 2008 Volvo S40 is newer by 29 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 9 more horse power than 2008 Volvo S40. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Plymouth Trail Duster should accelerate faster than 2008 Volvo S40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Plymouth Trail Duster weights approximately 305 kg more than 2008 Volvo S40. 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 2008 Volvo S40. 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 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volvo S40. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1979 Plymouth Trail Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volvo S40.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Plymouth Trail Duster | 2008 Volvo S40 | |
Make | Plymouth | Volvo |
Model | Trail Duster | S40 |
Year Released | 1979 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3678 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 238 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2650 mm |