2008 Honda Civic vs. 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster
To start off, 2008 Honda Civic is newer by 32 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, 2008 Honda Civic (140 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster weights approximately 470 kg more than 2008 Honda Civic.
Because 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Honda Civic. 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 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Civic. (152 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Civic | 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster | |
Make | Honda | Plymouth |
Model | Civic | Trail Duster |
Year Released | 2008 | 1976 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1493 cc | 3678 cc |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 238 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2700 mm |