1982 Plymouth Trail Duster vs. 1969 Subaru FF-1
To start off, 1982 Plymouth Trail Duster is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Subaru FF-1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Subaru FF-1 would be higher. At 3,678 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Plymouth Trail Duster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Plymouth Trail Duster (108 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1969 Subaru FF-1. (47 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Plymouth Trail Duster should accelerate faster than 1969 Subaru FF-1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Plymouth Trail Duster weights approximately 920 kg more than 1969 Subaru FF-1. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1982 Plymouth Trail Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Subaru FF-1. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 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, 1982 Plymouth Trail Duster (237 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Subaru FF-1. (77 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1982 Plymouth Trail Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Subaru FF-1.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Plymouth Trail Duster | 1969 Subaru FF-1 | |
Make | Plymouth | Subaru |
Model | Trail Duster | FF-1 |
Year Released | 1982 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3678 cc | 977 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 237 Nm | 77 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 695 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 3940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2430 mm |