1980 Plymouth Trail Duster vs. 2012 BMW X5
To start off, 2012 BMW X5 is newer by 32 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, 2012 BMW X5 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1980 Plymouth Trail Duster. (108 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1980 Plymouth Trail Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X5 weights approximately 635 kg more than 1980 Plymouth Trail Duster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 BMW X5 (406 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Plymouth Trail Duster. (237 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X5 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 | 2012 BMW X5 | |
Make | Plymouth | BMW |
Model | Trail Duster | X5 |
Year Released | 1980 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3678 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 237 Nm | 406 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 2250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4854 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1933 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1775 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2933 mm |