1983 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1978 Plymouth Trail Duster
To start off, 1983 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Plymouth Trail Duster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Plymouth Trail Duster would be higher. At 3,678 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Plymouth Trail Duster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Plymouth Trail Duster (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1983 Chevrolet Camaro. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Plymouth Trail Duster should accelerate faster than 1983 Chevrolet Camaro.
Because 1978 Plymouth Trail Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Chevrolet Camaro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 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, 1978 Plymouth Trail Duster (238 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Chevrolet Camaro. (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1978 Plymouth Trail Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Chevrolet Camaro.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Chevrolet Camaro | 1978 Plymouth Trail Duster | |
Make | Chevrolet | Plymouth |
Model | Camaro | Trail Duster |
Year Released | 1983 | 1978 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2473 cc | 3678 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 179 Nm | 238 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2030 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2700 mm |