1980 Plymouth Trail Duster vs. 2000 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 2000 Volkswagen Beetle is newer by 20 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, 2000 Volkswagen Beetle (167 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1980 Plymouth Trail Duster. (108 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Volkswagen Beetle 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 288 kg more than 2000 Volkswagen Beetle.
Because 1980 Plymouth Trail Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Volkswagen Beetle. 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 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Volkswagen Beetle. (220 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1980 Plymouth Trail Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Volkswagen Beetle.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Plymouth Trail Duster | 2000 Volkswagen Beetle | |
Make | Plymouth | Volkswagen |
Model | Trail Duster | Beetle |
Year Released | 1980 | 2000 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3678 cc | 2324 cc |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 167 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 237 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1327 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2590 mm |