1982 Plymouth Trail Duster vs. 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix
To start off, 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix is newer by 18 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 5,699 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix (350 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 242 more horse power than 1982 Plymouth Trail Duster. (108 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix 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 268 kg more than 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix.
Because 1982 Plymouth Trail Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix. 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) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix. (203 Nm). This means 1982 Plymouth Trail Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Plymouth Trail Duster | 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix | |
| Make | Plymouth | Pontiac |
| Model | Trail Duster | Grand Prix |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3678 cc | 5699 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1347 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2820 mm |
