1981 Plymouth Trail Duster vs. 2001 Proton 400
To start off, 2001 Proton 400 is newer by 20 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 34 more horse power than 2001 Proton 400. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Plymouth Trail Duster should accelerate faster than 2001 Proton 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Plymouth Trail Duster weights approximately 645 kg more than 2001 Proton 400. 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 2001 Proton 400. 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 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Proton 400. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1981 Plymouth Trail Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Proton 400.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Plymouth Trail Duster | 2001 Proton 400 | |
Make | Plymouth | Proton |
Model | Trail Duster | 400 |
Year Released | 1981 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3678 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 237 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2510 mm |