2001 Honda HR-V vs. 1979 Plymouth Trail Duster
To start off, 2001 Honda HR-V is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Plymouth Trail Duster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Plymouth Trail Duster would be higher. At 3,678 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Plymouth Trail Duster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda HR-V (113 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1979 Plymouth Trail Duster. (108 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda HR-V should accelerate faster than 1979 Plymouth Trail Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Plymouth Trail Duster weights approximately 495 kg more than 2001 Honda HR-V.
Because 1979 Plymouth Trail Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Honda HR-V. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 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, 1979 Plymouth Trail Duster (238 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda HR-V. (131 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1979 Plymouth Trail Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda HR-V.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Honda HR-V | 1979 Plymouth Trail Duster | |
Make | Honda | Plymouth |
Model | HR-V | Trail Duster |
Year Released | 2001 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1672 cc | 3678 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 131 Nm | 238 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2700 mm |