1950 Ford Zephyr vs. 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster
To start off, 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Ford Zephyr. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Ford Zephyr would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster (173 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1950 Ford Zephyr. (57 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster should accelerate faster than 1950 Ford Zephyr. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster weights approximately 655 kg more than 1950 Ford Zephyr. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1950 Ford Zephyr. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 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, 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster (373 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Ford Zephyr. (151 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Ford Zephyr.
Compare all specifications:
1950 Ford Zephyr | 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster | |
Make | Ford | Plymouth |
Model | Zephyr | Trail Duster |
Year Released | 1950 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2262 cc | 5898 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 151 Nm | 373 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2700 mm |