1988 Dodge Colt vs. 1980 Plymouth Trail Duster
To start off, 1988 Dodge Colt is newer by 8 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, 1988 Dodge Colt (133 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1980 Plymouth Trail Duster. (108 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Dodge Colt 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 485 kg more than 1988 Dodge Colt.
Because 1980 Plymouth Trail Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Dodge Colt. 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, 1980 Plymouth Trail Duster (237 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Dodge Colt. (192 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1980 Plymouth Trail Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Dodge Colt.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Dodge Colt | 1980 Plymouth Trail Duster | |
Make | Dodge | Plymouth |
Model | Colt | Trail Duster |
Year Released | 1988 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 3678 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 192 Nm | 237 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2700 mm |