1984 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1982 Plymouth Trail Duster
To start off, 1984 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is newer by 2 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, 1984 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (170 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1982 Plymouth Trail Duster. (108 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Alfa Romeo Giulietta 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 475 kg more than 1984 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Because 1982 Plymouth Trail Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. 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, 1984 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (283 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Plymouth Trail Duster. (237 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1984 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Plymouth Trail Duster.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 1982 Plymouth Trail Duster | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Plymouth |
Model | Giulietta | Trail Duster |
Year Released | 1984 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1962 cc | 3678 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 283 Nm | 237 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2700 mm |