1990 BMW 316 vs. 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster
To start off, 1990 BMW 316 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster would be higher. At 3,678 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 100 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster weights approximately 535 kg more than 1990 BMW 316.
Because 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 BMW 316. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 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, 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster (238 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 BMW 316. (141 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 BMW 316 | 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster | |
| Make | BMW | Plymouth |
| Model | 316 | Trail Duster |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 3678 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 238 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 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 |
