2002 Jaguar XK8 vs. 1978 Plymouth Trail Duster
To start off, 2002 Jaguar XK8 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Plymouth Trail Duster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Plymouth Trail Duster would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Jaguar XK8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Jaguar XK8 (300 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1978 Plymouth Trail Duster. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Jaguar XK8 should accelerate faster than 1978 Plymouth Trail Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Jaguar XK8 weights approximately 70 kg more than 1978 Plymouth Trail Duster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Plymouth Trail Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Jaguar XK8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 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, 2002 Jaguar XK8 (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Plymouth Trail Duster. (238 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2002 Jaguar XK8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Plymouth Trail Duster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Jaguar XK8 | 1978 Plymouth Trail Duster | |
| Make | Jaguar | Plymouth |
| Model | XK8 | Trail Duster |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 3678 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 238 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1685 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2700 mm |
