2009 Citroen C1 vs. 1981 Plymouth Trail Duster
To start off, 2009 Citroen C1 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Plymouth Trail Duster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Plymouth Trail Duster would be higher. At 3,678 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Plymouth Trail Duster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Plymouth Trail Duster (108 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C1. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Plymouth Trail Duster should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Plymouth Trail Duster weights approximately 815 kg more than 2009 Citroen C1. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 Plymouth Trail Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Citroen C1. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 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, 1981 Plymouth Trail Duster (237 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C1. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1981 Plymouth Trail Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C1.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C1 | 1981 Plymouth Trail Duster | |
| Make | Citroen | Plymouth |
| Model | C1 | Trail Duster |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 3678 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2700 mm |
