1980 Plymouth Trail Duster vs. 1993 Subaru Vivio
To start off, 1993 Subaru Vivio is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Plymouth Trail Duster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Plymouth Trail Duster would be higher. At 3,678 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Plymouth Trail Duster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Plymouth Trail Duster (108 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1993 Subaru Vivio. (63 HP @ 7200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Plymouth Trail Duster should accelerate faster than 1993 Subaru Vivio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Plymouth Trail Duster weights approximately 913 kg more than 1993 Subaru Vivio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Plymouth Trail Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Subaru Vivio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 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 Plymouth Trail Duster (237 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Subaru Vivio. (90 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1980 Plymouth Trail Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Subaru Vivio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Plymouth Trail Duster | 1993 Subaru Vivio | |
| Make | Plymouth | Subaru |
| Model | Trail Duster | Vivio |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1993 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3678 cc | 658 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 702 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2320 mm |
