1965 Buick Riviera vs. 1975 Plymouth Trail Duster
To start off, 1975 Plymouth Trail Duster is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Buick Riviera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Buick Riviera would be higher. At 6,966 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Buick Riviera (288 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1975 Plymouth Trail Duster. (101 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1975 Plymouth Trail Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Buick Riviera weights approximately 281 kg more than 1975 Plymouth Trail Duster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 Plymouth Trail Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Buick Riviera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 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, 1965 Buick Riviera (603 Nm) has 366 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Plymouth Trail Duster. (237 Nm). This means 1965 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Plymouth Trail Duster.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Buick Riviera | 1975 Plymouth Trail Duster | |
Make | Buick | Plymouth |
Model | Riviera | Trail Duster |
Year Released | 1965 | 1975 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6966 cc | 3678 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 288 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 603 Nm | 237 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1896 kg | 1615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2700 mm |