1980 De Tomaso Longchamp vs. 1978 Plymouth Trail Duster
To start off, 1980 De Tomaso Longchamp is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Plymouth Trail Duster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Plymouth Trail Duster would be higher. At 5,766 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 De Tomaso Longchamp is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 De Tomaso Longchamp (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1978 Plymouth Trail Duster. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 De Tomaso Longchamp should accelerate faster than 1978 Plymouth Trail Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 De Tomaso Longchamp weights approximately 200 kg more than 1978 Plymouth Trail Duster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Plymouth Trail Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 De Tomaso Longchamp. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 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, 1980 De Tomaso Longchamp (481 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Plymouth Trail Duster. (238 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1980 De Tomaso Longchamp will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Plymouth Trail Duster.
Compare all specifications:
1980 De Tomaso Longchamp | 1978 Plymouth Trail Duster | |
Make | De Tomaso | Plymouth |
Model | Longchamp | Trail Duster |
Year Released | 1980 | 1978 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5766 cc | 3678 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 481 Nm | 238 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2700 mm |