1982 Plymouth Trail Duster vs. 2013 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 31 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, 2013 Volkswagen Passat (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1982 Plymouth Trail Duster. (108 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Passat 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 52 kg more than 2013 Volkswagen Passat.
Because 1982 Plymouth Trail Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Volkswagen Passat. 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, 2013 Volkswagen Passat (350 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Plymouth Trail Duster. (237 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen Passat 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 | 2013 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Plymouth | Volkswagen |
| Model | Trail Duster | Passat |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3678 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1563 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4868 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1835 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1487 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2803 mm |
