1982 Plymouth Trail Duster vs. 2005 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2005 Skoda Octavia is newer by 23 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, 2005 Skoda Octavia (149 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1982 Plymouth Trail Duster. (108 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Skoda Octavia 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 305 kg more than 2005 Skoda Octavia.
Because 1982 Plymouth Trail Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Skoda Octavia. 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 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Skoda Octavia. (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1982 Plymouth Trail Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Plymouth Trail Duster | 2005 Skoda Octavia | |
Make | Plymouth | Skoda |
Model | Trail Duster | Octavia |
Year Released | 1982 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3678 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 149 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 237 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2580 mm |