2002 Hyundai Elantra vs. 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster
To start off, 2002 Hyundai Elantra is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster would be higher. At 3,678 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Hyundai Elantra (137 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Hyundai Elantra should accelerate faster than 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster weights approximately 420 kg more than 2002 Hyundai Elantra.
Because 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Hyundai Elantra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1977 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, 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster (238 Nm) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Hyundai Elantra. (183 Nm). This means 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Hyundai Elantra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Hyundai Elantra | 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster | |
| Make | Hyundai | Plymouth |
| Model | Elantra | Trail Duster |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1977 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 3678 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 238 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2700 mm |
