1980 Plymouth Trail Duster vs. 2013 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2013 Jaguar XJ is newer by 33 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 5,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jaguar XJ (503 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 395 more horse power than 1980 Plymouth Trail Duster. (108 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1980 Plymouth Trail Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 265 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, 2013 Jaguar XJ (625 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 388 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Plymouth Trail Duster. (237 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Jaguar XJ 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 | 2013 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Plymouth | Jaguar |
| Model | Trail Duster | XJ |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3678 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 503 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 625 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 5252 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2105 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1456 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 3157 mm |
