2001 Mazda Laputa vs. 1975 Plymouth Trail Duster
To start off, 2001 Mazda Laputa is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Plymouth Trail Duster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Plymouth Trail Duster would be higher. At 3,678 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Plymouth Trail Duster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Plymouth Trail Duster (101 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2001 Mazda Laputa. (52 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Plymouth Trail Duster should accelerate faster than 2001 Mazda Laputa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Plymouth Trail Duster weights approximately 865 kg more than 2001 Mazda Laputa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 Plymouth Trail Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Mazda Laputa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 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, 1975 Plymouth Trail Duster (237 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mazda Laputa. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1975 Plymouth Trail Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mazda Laputa.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Mazda Laputa | 1975 Plymouth Trail Duster | |
Make | Mazda | Plymouth |
Model | Laputa | Trail Duster |
Year Released | 2001 | 1975 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 658 cc | 3678 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 52 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 63 Nm | 237 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2700 mm |