2000 Citroen C2 vs. 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster
To start off, 2000 Citroen C2 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster would be higher. At 3,678 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2000 Citroen C2. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen C2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster weights approximately 620 kg more than 2000 Citroen C2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Citroen C2. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 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, 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster (238 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen C2. (120 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen C2.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Citroen C2 | 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster | |
Make | Citroen | Plymouth |
Model | C2 | Trail Duster |
Year Released | 2000 | 1976 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1397 cc | 3678 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 120 Nm | 238 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 1615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2700 mm |