1998 BMW 316 vs. 1982 Plymouth Trail Duster
To start off, 1998 BMW 316 is newer by 16 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, 1982 Plymouth Trail Duster (108 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1998 BMW 316. (103 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Plymouth Trail Duster should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Plymouth Trail Duster weights approximately 255 kg more than 1998 BMW 316. 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 1998 BMW 316. 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, 1982 Plymouth Trail Duster (237 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW 316. (165 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1982 Plymouth Trail Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 316 | 1982 Plymouth Trail Duster | |
| Make | BMW | Plymouth |
| Model | 316 | Trail Duster |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1895 cc | 3678 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2700 mm |
