1980 Plymouth Trail Duster vs. 1996 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 1996 Porsche Boxster is newer by 16 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, 1996 Porsche Boxster (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1980 Plymouth Trail Duster. (108 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1980 Plymouth Trail Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Plymouth Trail Duster weights approximately 363 kg more than 1996 Porsche Boxster.
Because 1980 Plymouth Trail Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Porsche Boxster. 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, 1996 Porsche Boxster (240 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Plymouth Trail Duster. (237 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1996 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Plymouth Trail Duster.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Plymouth Trail Duster | 1996 Porsche Boxster | |
Make | Plymouth | Porsche |
Model | Trail Duster | Boxster |
Year Released | 1980 | 1996 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3678 cc | 2480 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 237 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1252 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2420 mm |