2001 Jeep Willys vs. 1981 Plymouth Trail Duster
To start off, 2001 Jeep Willys is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Plymouth Trail Duster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Plymouth Trail Duster would be higher. At 3,678 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Plymouth Trail Duster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Jeep Willys (160 HP) has 52 more horse power than 1981 Plymouth Trail Duster. (108 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Jeep Willys should accelerate faster than 1981 Plymouth Trail Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Plymouth Trail Duster weights approximately 300 kg more than 2001 Jeep Willys.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1981 Plymouth Trail Duster (237 Nm) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Jeep Willys. (210 Nm). This means 1981 Plymouth Trail Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Jeep Willys.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Jeep Willys | 1981 Plymouth Trail Duster | |
| Make | Jeep | Plymouth |
| Model | Willys | Trail Duster |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1981 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1600 cc | 3678 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2700 mm |
