2007 Mitsubishi Colt vs. 1979 Plymouth Trail Duster
To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 28 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, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1979 Plymouth Trail Duster. (108 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 1979 Plymouth Trail Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 205 kg more than 1979 Plymouth Trail Duster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Plymouth Trail Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Mitsubishi Colt. 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, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt (294 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Plymouth Trail Duster. (238 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Plymouth Trail Duster.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Mitsubishi Colt | 1979 Plymouth Trail Duster | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Plymouth |
Model | Colt | Trail Duster |
Year Released | 2007 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2833 cc | 3678 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 238 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2700 mm |