1992 Jaguar XJR-15 vs. 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster

To start off, 1992 Jaguar XJR-15 is newer by 16 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 5,993 cc (12 cylinders), 1992 Jaguar XJR-15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Jaguar XJR-15 (450 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 350 more horse power than 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Jaguar XJR-15 should accelerate faster than 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster weights approximately 565 kg more than 1992 Jaguar XJR-15.

Because 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Jaguar XJR-15. 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, 1992 Jaguar XJR-15 (569 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 331 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster. (238 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1992 Jaguar XJR-15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster.

Compare all specifications:

1992 Jaguar XJR-15 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster
Make Jaguar Plymouth
Model XJR-15 Trail Duster
Year Released 1992 1976
Body Type Coupe SUV
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 5993 cc 3678 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 450 HP 100 HP
Engine RPM 6250 RPM 3600 RPM
Torque 569 Nm 238 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 1600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1050 kg 1615 kg
Vehicle Length 4810 mm 4700 mm
Vehicle Width 1910 mm 2030 mm
Vehicle Height 1110 mm 1890 mm
Wheelbase Size 2870 mm 2700 mm


 

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