1982 Plymouth Trail Duster vs. 2011 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2011 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 29 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Sequoia (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 273 more horse power than 1982 Plymouth Trail Duster. (108 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 1982 Plymouth Trail Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 1127 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.
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, 2011 Toyota Sequoia (543 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 306 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Plymouth Trail Duster. (237 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Plymouth Trail Duster.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Plymouth Trail Duster | 2011 Toyota Sequoia | |
Make | Plymouth | Toyota |
Model | Trail Duster | Sequoia |
Year Released | 1982 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3678 cc | 5700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 381 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 237 Nm | 543 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 2742 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 5210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2029 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1956 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 3099 mm |