2007 Nissan Micra vs. 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster
To start off, 2007 Nissan Micra is newer by 31 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 13 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Micra. (87 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster weights approximately 575 kg more than 2007 Nissan Micra. 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 2007 Nissan Micra. 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 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Micra. (128 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Micra.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Nissan Micra | 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster | |
Make | Nissan | Plymouth |
Model | Micra | Trail Duster |
Year Released | 2007 | 1976 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1384 cc | 3678 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 238 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2700 mm |