2006 Mazda RX-8 vs. 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster
To start off, 2006 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 30 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, 2006 Mazda RX-8 (212 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster.
Because 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Mazda RX-8. 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 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda RX-8. (216 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda RX-8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mazda RX-8 | 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster | |
| Make | Mazda | Plymouth |
| Model | RX-8 | Trail Duster |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1311 cc | 3678 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 238 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2700 mm |
