1981 Plymouth Trail Duster vs. 2006 Toyota RunX
To start off, 2006 Toyota RunX is newer by 25 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 12 more horse power than 2006 Toyota RunX. (96 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Plymouth Trail Duster should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota RunX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Plymouth Trail Duster weights approximately 515 kg more than 2006 Toyota RunX. 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 2006 Toyota RunX. 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 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota RunX. (127 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1981 Plymouth Trail Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota RunX.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Plymouth Trail Duster | 2006 Toyota RunX | |
Make | Plymouth | Toyota |
Model | Trail Duster | RunX |
Year Released | 1981 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3678 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 237 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2610 mm |