2000 Peugeot 106 vs. 1978 Plymouth Trail Duster
To start off, 2000 Peugeot 106 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Plymouth Trail Duster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Plymouth Trail Duster would be higher. At 3,678 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Plymouth Trail Duster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Plymouth Trail Duster (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2000 Peugeot 106. (59 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Plymouth Trail Duster should accelerate faster than 2000 Peugeot 106. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Plymouth Trail Duster weights approximately 829 kg more than 2000 Peugeot 106. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Plymouth Trail Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Peugeot 106. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 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, 1978 Plymouth Trail Duster (238 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Peugeot 106. (87 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1978 Plymouth Trail Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Peugeot 106.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Peugeot 106 | 1978 Plymouth Trail Duster | |
Make | Peugeot | Plymouth |
Model | 106 | Trail Duster |
Year Released | 2000 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1124 cc | 3678 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 87 Nm | 238 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 786 kg | 1615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2700 mm |