1987 BMW 318 vs. 1978 Plymouth Trail Duster
To start off, 1987 BMW 318 is newer by 9 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, 1987 BMW 318 (114 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1978 Plymouth Trail Duster. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 BMW 318 should accelerate faster than 1978 Plymouth Trail Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Plymouth Trail Duster weights approximately 649 kg more than 1987 BMW 318.
Because 1978 Plymouth Trail Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 BMW 318. 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 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 BMW 318. (161 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1978 Plymouth Trail Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
1987 BMW 318 | 1978 Plymouth Trail Duster | |
Make | BMW | Plymouth |
Model | 318 | Trail Duster |
Year Released | 1987 | 1978 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 3678 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 161 Nm | 238 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2700 mm |