1996 Honda Legend vs. 1982 Plymouth Trail Duster
To start off, 1996 Honda Legend is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Plymouth Trail Duster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Plymouth Trail Duster would be higher. At 3,678 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Plymouth Trail Duster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda Legend (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1982 Plymouth Trail Duster. (108 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1982 Plymouth Trail Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda Legend weights approximately 55 kg more than 1982 Plymouth Trail Duster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1982 Plymouth Trail Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Honda Legend. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 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, 1996 Honda Legend (297 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Plymouth Trail Duster. (237 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1996 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Plymouth Trail Duster.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Honda Legend | 1982 Plymouth Trail Duster | |
Make | Honda | Plymouth |
Model | Legend | Trail Duster |
Year Released | 1996 | 1982 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3472 cc | 3678 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 297 Nm | 237 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2700 mm |