2006 Dodge Durango vs. 1981 Plymouth Trail Duster
To start off, 2006 Dodge Durango is newer by 25 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 4,703 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Durango (230 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1981 Plymouth Trail Duster. (108 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 1981 Plymouth Trail Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Durango weights approximately 664 kg more than 1981 Plymouth Trail Duster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 Dodge Durango (393 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Plymouth Trail Duster. (237 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Plymouth Trail Duster.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Dodge Durango | 1981 Plymouth Trail Duster | |
Make | Dodge | Plymouth |
Model | Durango | Trail Duster |
Year Released | 2006 | 1981 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4703 cc | 3678 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 237 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2279 kg | 1615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2700 mm |