1988 Ford Escort vs. 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster
To start off, 1988 Ford Escort is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster would be higher. At 3,678 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1988 Ford Escort. (89 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster weights approximately 590 kg more than 1988 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1977 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, 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster (238 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Escort. (145 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Ford Escort | 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster | |
Make | Ford | Plymouth |
Model | Escort | Trail Duster |
Year Released | 1988 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1859 cc | 3678 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 238 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2700 mm |