2003 Jeep Liberty vs. 1981 Plymouth Trail Duster
To start off, 2003 Jeep Liberty is newer by 22 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Jeep Liberty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Jeep Liberty (210 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1981 Plymouth Trail Duster. (108 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Jeep Liberty should accelerate faster than 1981 Plymouth Trail Duster.
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, 2003 Jeep Liberty (320 Nm) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Plymouth Trail Duster. (237 Nm). This means 2003 Jeep Liberty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Plymouth Trail Duster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Jeep Liberty | 1981 Plymouth Trail Duster | |
| Make | Jeep | Plymouth |
| Model | Liberty | Trail Duster |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1981 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 3678 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2700 mm |
