1981 Plymouth Trail Duster vs. 1985 Saab 9000
To start off, 1985 Saab 9000 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Plymouth Trail Duster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Plymouth Trail Duster would be higher. At 3,678 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Plymouth Trail Duster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Saab 9000 (173 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1981 Plymouth Trail Duster. (108 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Saab 9000 should accelerate faster than 1981 Plymouth Trail Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Plymouth Trail Duster weights approximately 215 kg more than 1985 Saab 9000.
Because 1981 Plymouth Trail Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Saab 9000. 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, 1985 Saab 9000 (278 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Plymouth Trail Duster. (237 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1985 Saab 9000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Plymouth Trail Duster.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Plymouth Trail Duster | 1985 Saab 9000 | |
Make | Plymouth | Saab |
Model | Trail Duster | 9000 |
Year Released | 1981 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3678 cc | 1985 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 237 Nm | 278 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2720 mm |