1987 Ferrari 208 vs. 1980 Plymouth Trail Duster
To start off, 1987 Ferrari 208 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Plymouth Trail Duster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Plymouth Trail Duster would be higher. At 3,678 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Plymouth Trail Duster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ferrari 208 (254 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1980 Plymouth Trail Duster. (108 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ferrari 208 should accelerate faster than 1980 Plymouth Trail Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Plymouth Trail Duster weights approximately 385 kg more than 1987 Ferrari 208.
Because 1980 Plymouth Trail Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Ferrari 208. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 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, 1987 Ferrari 208 (328 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Plymouth Trail Duster. (237 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1987 Ferrari 208 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Plymouth Trail Duster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ferrari 208 | 1980 Plymouth Trail Duster | |
| Make | Ferrari | Plymouth |
| Model | 208 | Trail Duster |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 3678 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2700 mm |
