1982 Plymouth Trail Duster vs. 2009 Pontiac G6
To start off, 2009 Pontiac G6 is newer by 27 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, 2009 Pontiac G6 (162 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1982 Plymouth Trail Duster. (108 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Pontiac G6 should accelerate faster than 1982 Plymouth Trail Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Pontiac G6 weights approximately 370 kg more than 1982 Plymouth Trail Duster. 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 2009 Pontiac G6. 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 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Pontiac G6. (156 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1982 Plymouth Trail Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Pontiac G6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Plymouth Trail Duster | 2009 Pontiac G6 | |
| Make | Plymouth | Pontiac |
| Model | Trail Duster | G6 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3678 cc | 2384 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 162 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2860 mm |
