1980 Plymouth Trail Duster vs. 2012 Opel Combo

To start off, 2012 Opel Combo 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, 1980 Plymouth Trail Duster (108 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2012 Opel Combo. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Plymouth Trail Duster should accelerate faster than 2012 Opel Combo.

Because 1980 Plymouth Trail Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Opel Combo. 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 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Opel Combo. (126 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1980 Plymouth Trail Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Opel Combo.

Compare all specifications:

1980 Plymouth Trail Duster 2012 Opel Combo
Make Plymouth Opel
Model Trail Duster Combo
Year Released 1980 2012
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3678 cc 1364 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 108 HP 89 HP
Engine RPM 3600 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 237 Nm 126 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Number of Doors 2 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Length 4700 mm 4330 mm
Vehicle Width 2030 mm 1810 mm
Vehicle Height 1890 mm 1690 mm
Wheelbase Size 2700 mm 2720 mm


 

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