2002 Oldsmobile Aurora vs. 1978 Plymouth Trail Duster
To start off, 2002 Oldsmobile Aurora 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 3,995 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Oldsmobile Aurora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Oldsmobile Aurora (247 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1978 Plymouth Trail Duster. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Oldsmobile Aurora should accelerate faster than 1978 Plymouth Trail Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Oldsmobile Aurora weights approximately 110 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 Oldsmobile Aurora. 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 Oldsmobile Aurora (353 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Plymouth Trail Duster. (238 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2002 Oldsmobile Aurora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Plymouth Trail Duster.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Oldsmobile Aurora | 1978 Plymouth Trail Duster | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Plymouth |
Model | Aurora | Trail Duster |
Year Released | 2002 | 1978 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3995 cc | 3678 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 238 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2700 mm |