2006 Nissan Primera vs. 1979 Plymouth Trail Duster
To start off, 2006 Nissan Primera is newer by 27 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, 2006 Nissan Primera (139 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1979 Plymouth Trail Duster. (108 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Primera should accelerate faster than 1979 Plymouth Trail Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Plymouth Trail Duster weights approximately 167 kg more than 2006 Nissan Primera.
Because 1979 Plymouth Trail Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Nissan Primera. 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 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan Primera. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1979 Plymouth Trail Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan Primera.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Nissan Primera | 1979 Plymouth Trail Duster | |
Make | Nissan | Plymouth |
Model | Primera | Trail Duster |
Year Released | 2006 | 1979 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3678 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 192 Nm | 238 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1448 kg | 1615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2700 mm |