1982 Plymouth Trail Duster vs. 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle is newer by 25 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, 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle (150 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1982 Plymouth Trail Duster. (108 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle should accelerate faster than 1982 Plymouth Trail Duster.
Because 1982 Plymouth Trail Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle. 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 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle. (231 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1982 Plymouth Trail Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Plymouth Trail Duster | 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle | |
Make | Plymouth | Volkswagen |
Model | Trail Duster | New Beetle |
Year Released | 1982 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3678 cc | 2480 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 237 Nm | 231 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2520 mm |