1981 Plymouth Trail Duster vs. 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco is newer by 28 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, 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco (120 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1981 Plymouth Trail Duster. (108 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco 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 317 kg more than 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco.
Because 1981 Plymouth Trail Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco. 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 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco. (200 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1981 Plymouth Trail Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Plymouth Trail Duster | 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco | |
Make | Plymouth | Volkswagen |
Model | Trail Duster | Scirocco |
Year Released | 1981 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3678 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 237 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1298 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4256 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1404 mm |