2005 Honda Civic vs. 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster
To start off, 2005 Honda Civic is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster would be higher. At 3,678 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2005 Honda Civic. (67 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster weights approximately 490 kg more than 2005 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 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, 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster (238 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Civic. (135 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda Civic | 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster | |
Make | Honda | Plymouth |
Model | Civic | Trail Duster |
Year Released | 2005 | 1976 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1493 cc | 3678 cc |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 238 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1615 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2700 mm |