2008 Dodge Ram vs. 1980 Plymouth Trail Duster
To start off, 2008 Dodge Ram is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Plymouth Trail Duster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Plymouth Trail Duster would be higher. At 4,699 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Ram (310 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1980 Plymouth Trail Duster. (108 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1980 Plymouth Trail Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Ram weights approximately 130 kg more than 1980 Plymouth Trail Duster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2008 Dodge Ram (447 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Plymouth Trail Duster. (237 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Plymouth Trail Duster.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Dodge Ram | 1980 Plymouth Trail Duster | |
Make | Dodge | Plymouth |
Model | Ram | Trail Duster |
Year Released | 2008 | 1980 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4699 cc | 3678 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 237 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5840 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2700 mm |