1981 Plymouth Trail Duster vs. 1992 Proton Saloon
To start off, 1992 Proton Saloon is newer by 11 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, 1981 Plymouth Trail Duster (108 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1992 Proton Saloon. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Plymouth Trail Duster should accelerate faster than 1992 Proton Saloon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Plymouth Trail Duster weights approximately 695 kg more than 1992 Proton Saloon. 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 1992 Proton Saloon. 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 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Proton Saloon. (102 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1981 Plymouth Trail Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Proton Saloon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Plymouth Trail Duster | 1992 Proton Saloon | |
| Make | Plymouth | Proton |
| Model | Trail Duster | Saloon |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1992 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3678 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2390 mm |
