1980 Plymouth Trail Duster vs. 2005 Mazda 3
To start off, 2005 Mazda 3 is newer by 25 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 4 more horse power than 2005 Mazda 3. (104 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Plymouth Trail Duster should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Plymouth Trail Duster weights approximately 530 kg more than 2005 Mazda 3. 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 2005 Mazda 3. 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 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda 3. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1980 Plymouth Trail Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda 3.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Plymouth Trail Duster | 2005 Mazda 3 | |
Make | Plymouth | Mazda |
Model | Trail Duster | 3 |
Year Released | 1980 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3678 cc | 1594 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 237 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1085 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2650 mm |