1992 Maserati Ghibli vs. 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster
To start off, 1992 Maserati Ghibli 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 6,555 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Maserati Ghibli (302 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster. (163 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Maserati Ghibli 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 455 kg more than 1992 Maserati Ghibli.
Because 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Maserati Ghibli. 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 (393 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Maserati Ghibli. (334 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Maserati Ghibli.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Maserati Ghibli | 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster | |
| Make | Maserati | Plymouth |
| Model | Ghibli | Trail Duster |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 6555 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 334 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2700 mm |
