1982 Plymouth Trail Duster vs. 1999 Subaru Forester
To start off, 1999 Subaru Forester is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Plymouth Trail Duster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Plymouth Trail Duster would be higher. At 3,678 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Plymouth Trail Duster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Subaru Forester (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1982 Plymouth Trail Duster. (108 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1982 Plymouth Trail Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Plymouth Trail Duster weights approximately 230 kg more than 1999 Subaru Forester.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Subaru Forester. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1982 Plymouth Trail Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Plymouth Trail Duster | 1999 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Plymouth | Subaru |
Model | Trail Duster | Forester |
Year Released | 1982 | 1999 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3678 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 237 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2530 mm |