1980 Plymouth Trail Duster vs. 2007 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2007 Skoda Octavia is newer by 27 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, 2007 Skoda Octavia (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1980 Plymouth Trail Duster. (108 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Skoda Octavia 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 190 kg more than 2007 Skoda Octavia.
Because 1980 Plymouth Trail Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Skoda Octavia. 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, 2007 Skoda Octavia (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Plymouth Trail Duster. (237 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Skoda Octavia 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 | 2007 Skoda Octavia | |
Make | Plymouth | Skoda |
Model | Trail Duster | Octavia |
Year Released | 1980 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3678 cc | 1966 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 237 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1425 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2580 mm |