2008 Ford Focus vs. 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster
To start off, 2008 Ford Focus 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, 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2008 Ford Focus. (90 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster weights approximately 253 kg more than 2008 Ford Focus. 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 2008 Ford Focus. 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 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Focus. (215 Nm @ 1850 RPM). This means 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford Focus | 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster | |
Make | Ford | Plymouth |
Model | Focus | Trail Duster |
Year Released | 2008 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1560 cc | 3678 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 215 Nm | 238 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1850 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1362 kg | 1615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2700 mm |