1981 Oldsmobile Cutlass vs. 1980 Plymouth Trail Duster
To start off, 1981 Oldsmobile Cutlass is newer by 1 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, 1981 Oldsmobile Cutlass (123 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1980 Plymouth Trail Duster. (108 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Oldsmobile Cutlass 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 295 kg more than 1981 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
Because 1980 Plymouth Trail Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Oldsmobile Cutlass. 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 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (203 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1980 Plymouth Trail Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Oldsmobile Cutlass | 1980 Plymouth Trail Duster | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Plymouth |
| Model | Cutlass | Trail Duster |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 3678 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2700 mm |
