1981 Plymouth Trail Duster vs. 1990 Buick Century
To start off, 1990 Buick Century is newer by 9 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, 1990 Buick Century (109 HP) has 1 more horse power than 1981 Plymouth Trail Duster. (108 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Buick Century should accelerate faster than 1981 Plymouth Trail Duster.
Because 1981 Plymouth Trail Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Buick Century. 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) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Buick Century. (183 Nm). This means 1981 Plymouth Trail Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Plymouth Trail Duster | 1990 Buick Century | |
| Make | Plymouth | Buick |
| Model | Trail Duster | Century |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1990 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3678 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 109 HP |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4803 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1364 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2662 mm |
