1984 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1982 Plymouth Trail Duster
To start off, 1984 Chevrolet Caprice 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 3,753 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Chevrolet Caprice (114 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1982 Plymouth Trail Duster. (108 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Chevrolet Caprice 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 31 kg more than 1984 Chevrolet Caprice.
Because 1982 Plymouth Trail Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Chevrolet Caprice. 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, both vehicles can yield 237 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
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1984 Chevrolet Caprice | 1982 Plymouth Trail Duster | |
Make | Chevrolet | Plymouth |
Model | Caprice | Trail Duster |
Year Released | 1984 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3753 cc | 3678 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 237 Nm | 237 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1584 kg | 1615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2700 mm |