2004 Lancia Thesis vs. 1982 Plymouth Trail Duster
To start off, 2004 Lancia Thesis is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Plymouth Trail Duster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Plymouth Trail Duster would be higher. At 3,678 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Plymouth Trail Duster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Lancia Thesis (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1982 Plymouth Trail Duster. (108 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lancia Thesis should accelerate faster than 1982 Plymouth Trail Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lancia Thesis weights approximately 65 kg more than 1982 Plymouth Trail Duster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1982 Plymouth Trail Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Lancia Thesis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 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, 1982 Plymouth Trail Duster (237 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Lancia Thesis. (226 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1982 Plymouth Trail Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Lancia Thesis.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Lancia Thesis | 1982 Plymouth Trail Duster | |
Make | Lancia | Plymouth |
Model | Thesis | Trail Duster |
Year Released | 2004 | 1982 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2450 cc | 3678 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 226 Nm | 237 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2700 mm |