1997 Nissan 400 R vs. 1982 Plymouth Trail Duster
To start off, 1997 Nissan 400 R is newer by 15 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, 1997 Nissan 400 R (400 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 292 more horse power than 1982 Plymouth Trail Duster. (108 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Nissan 400 R should accelerate faster than 1982 Plymouth Trail Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Plymouth Trail Duster weights approximately 65 kg more than 1997 Nissan 400 R.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1997 Nissan 400 R (471 Nm) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Plymouth Trail Duster. (237 Nm). This means 1997 Nissan 400 R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Plymouth Trail Duster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Nissan 400 R | 1982 Plymouth Trail Duster | |
| Make | Nissan | Plymouth |
| Model | 400 R | Trail Duster |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2768 cc | 3678 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 471 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2700 mm |
