2009 Chevrolet Nubira vs. 1978 Plymouth Trail Duster
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Nubira is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Plymouth Trail Duster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Plymouth Trail Duster would be higher. At 3,678 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Plymouth Trail Duster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Nubira (108 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1978 Plymouth Trail Duster. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Nubira should accelerate faster than 1978 Plymouth Trail Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Plymouth Trail Duster weights approximately 302 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Nubira.
Because 1978 Plymouth Trail Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Chevrolet Nubira. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 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, 1978 Plymouth Trail Duster (238 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Nubira. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1978 Plymouth Trail Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Nubira.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Nubira | 1978 Plymouth Trail Duster | |
Make | Chevrolet | Plymouth |
Model | Nubira | Trail Duster |
Year Released | 2009 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3678 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 238 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1313 kg | 1615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2700 mm |