1979 Plymouth Trail Duster vs. 2012 Lincoln MKZ
To start off, 2012 Lincoln MKZ is newer by 33 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, 2012 Lincoln MKZ (263 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1979 Plymouth Trail Duster. (108 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lincoln MKZ should accelerate faster than 1979 Plymouth Trail Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lincoln MKZ weights approximately 17 kg more than 1979 Plymouth Trail Duster. 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 2012 Lincoln MKZ. 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, 2012 Lincoln MKZ (337 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Plymouth Trail Duster. (238 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Lincoln MKZ 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 | 2012 Lincoln MKZ | |
| Make | Plymouth | Lincoln |
| Model | Trail Duster | MKZ |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3678 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 263 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 238 Nm | 337 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4821 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1834 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1445 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2728 mm |
