1981 Plymouth Trail Duster vs. 1978 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1981 Plymouth Trail Duster is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 3,678 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Plymouth Trail Duster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Plymouth Trail Duster (108 HP) has 59 more horse power than 1978 Volkswagen Golf. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Plymouth Trail Duster should accelerate faster than 1978 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Plymouth Trail Duster weights approximately 785 kg more than 1978 Volkswagen Golf. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 Plymouth Trail Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Volkswagen Golf. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 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, 1981 Plymouth Trail Duster (237 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Volkswagen Golf. (81 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1981 Plymouth Trail Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Plymouth Trail Duster | 1978 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Plymouth | Volkswagen |
Model | Trail Duster | Golf |
Year Released | 1981 | 1978 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3678 cc | 1471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 49 HP |
Torque | 237 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2410 mm |