2006 Opel Astra vs. 1979 Plymouth Trail Duster
To start off, 2006 Opel Astra 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 Opel Astra (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1979 Plymouth Trail Duster. (108 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Opel Astra 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 100 kg more than 2006 Opel Astra.
Because 1979 Plymouth Trail Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Opel Astra. 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 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Opel Astra. (175 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1979 Plymouth Trail Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Opel Astra | 1979 Plymouth Trail Duster | |
Make | Opel | Plymouth |
Model | Astra | Trail Duster |
Year Released | 2006 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1795 cc | 3678 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 238 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2700 mm |