2007 Dodge Caravan vs. 1982 Plymouth Trail Duster
To start off, 2007 Dodge Caravan is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Plymouth Trail Duster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Plymouth Trail Duster would be higher. At 3,678 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Plymouth Trail Duster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Caravan (150 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1982 Plymouth Trail Duster. (108 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Caravan should accelerate faster than 1982 Plymouth Trail Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Plymouth Trail Duster weights approximately 255 kg more than 2007 Dodge Caravan.
Because 1982 Plymouth Trail Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Dodge Caravan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 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, 1982 Plymouth Trail Duster (237 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dodge Caravan. (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1982 Plymouth Trail Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Dodge Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Dodge Caravan | 1982 Plymouth Trail Duster | |
Make | Dodge | Plymouth |
Model | Caravan | Trail Duster |
Year Released | 2007 | 1982 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2429 cc | 3678 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 237 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2700 mm |