1986 Mercedes-Benz 200 vs. 1982 Plymouth Trail Duster
To start off, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 200 is newer by 4 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, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 200 (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1982 Plymouth Trail Duster. (108 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 200 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 155 kg more than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 200.
Because 1982 Plymouth Trail Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 200. 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, 1982 Plymouth Trail Duster (237 Nm) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 200. (173 Nm). This means 1982 Plymouth Trail Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Mercedes-Benz 200 | 1982 Plymouth Trail Duster | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Plymouth |
| Model | 200 | Trail Duster |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 3678 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2700 mm |
