1982 Opel Ascona vs. 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster
To start off, 1982 Opel Ascona is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster would be higher. At 7,206 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster (217 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1982 Opel Ascona. (59 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster should accelerate faster than 1982 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster weights approximately 885 kg more than 1982 Opel Ascona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Opel Ascona. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 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, 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster (447 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 353 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Opel Ascona. (94 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Opel Ascona | 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster | |
Make | Opel | Plymouth |
Model | Ascona | Trail Duster |
Year Released | 1982 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1296 cc | 7206 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 94 Nm | 447 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2700 mm |