1999 Peugeot 406 vs. 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster
To start off, 1999 Peugeot 406 is newer by 22 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, 1999 Peugeot 406 (134 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Peugeot 406 should accelerate faster than 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster weights approximately 265 kg more than 1999 Peugeot 406.
Because 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Peugeot 406. 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 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Peugeot 406. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Peugeot 406.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Peugeot 406 | 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster | |
Make | Peugeot | Plymouth |
Model | 406 | Trail Duster |
Year Released | 1999 | 1977 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3678 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 238 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2700 mm |