1996 Mini MK VI vs. 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster
To start off, 1996 Mini MK VI is newer by 19 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 59 more horse power than 1996 Mini MK VI. (41 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster should accelerate faster than 1996 Mini MK VI. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster weights approximately 995 kg more than 1996 Mini MK VI. 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 1996 Mini MK VI. 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 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mini MK VI. (69 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mini MK VI.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Mini MK VI | 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster | |
| Make | Mini | Plymouth |
| Model | MK VI | Trail Duster |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 3678 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 238 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 620 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2700 mm |
