2001 Acura Integra vs. 1980 Plymouth Trail Duster

To start off, 2001 Acura Integra is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Plymouth Trail Duster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Plymouth Trail Duster would be higher. At 3,678 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Plymouth Trail Duster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Acura Integra (195 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1980 Plymouth Trail Duster. (108 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Acura Integra should accelerate faster than 1980 Plymouth Trail Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Plymouth Trail Duster weights approximately 40 kg more than 2001 Acura Integra.

Because 1980 Plymouth Trail Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Acura Integra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 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, 1980 Plymouth Trail Duster (237 Nm) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Acura Integra. (176 Nm). This means 1980 Plymouth Trail Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Acura Integra.

Compare all specifications:

2001 Acura Integra 1980 Plymouth Trail Duster
Make Acura Plymouth
Model Integra Trail Duster
Year Released 2001 1980
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1799 cc 3678 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 195 HP 108 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 3600 RPM
Torque 176 Nm 237 Nm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front 4WD
Vehicle Weight 1575 kg 1615 kg
Vehicle Length 4530 mm 4700 mm
Vehicle Width 1720 mm 2030 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1890 mm
Wheelbase Size 2630 mm 2700 mm


 

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