2006 Opel Corsa vs. 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster
To start off, 2006 Opel Corsa 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, 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2006 Opel Corsa. (74 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster weights approximately 635 kg more than 2006 Opel Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Opel Corsa. 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 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Opel Corsa. (165 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Opel Corsa | 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster | |
Make | Opel | Plymouth |
Model | Corsa | Trail Duster |
Year Released | 2006 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1686 cc | 3678 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 238 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2700 mm |