2005 Mercedes-Benz V vs. 1979 Plymouth Trail Duster
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz V is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Plymouth Trail Duster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Plymouth Trail Duster would be higher. At 3,678 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Plymouth Trail Duster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz V (139 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1979 Plymouth Trail Duster. (108 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz V should accelerate faster than 1979 Plymouth Trail Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz V weights approximately 385 kg more than 1979 Plymouth Trail Duster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Plymouth Trail Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mercedes-Benz V. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 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, 1979 Plymouth Trail Duster (238 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz V. (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1979 Plymouth Trail Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz V.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mercedes-Benz V | 1979 Plymouth Trail Duster | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Plymouth |
Model | V | Trail Duster |
Year Released | 2005 | 1979 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2295 cc | 3678 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 238 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2700 mm |