1980 Plymouth Trail Duster vs. 2005 Pontiac Vibe
To start off, 2005 Pontiac Vibe 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, 2005 Pontiac Vibe (123 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1980 Plymouth Trail Duster. (108 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Pontiac Vibe 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 263 kg more than 2005 Pontiac Vibe.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Pontiac Vibe. (160 Nm). This means 1980 Plymouth Trail Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Pontiac Vibe.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Plymouth Trail Duster | 2005 Pontiac Vibe | |
Make | Plymouth | Pontiac |
Model | Trail Duster | Vibe |
Year Released | 1980 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3678 cc | 1786 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 237 Nm | 160 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1352 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2610 mm |