1968 Dodge Dart vs. 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster
To start off, 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Dodge Dart. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Dodge Dart would be higher. At 6,555 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Dodge Dart (190 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster. (182 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Dodge Dart should accelerate faster than 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster weights approximately 440 kg more than 1968 Dodge Dart.
Because 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Dodge Dart. 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 (414 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Dodge Dart. (353 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Dodge Dart.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Dodge Dart | 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster | |
Make | Dodge | Plymouth |
Model | Dart | Trail Duster |
Year Released | 1968 | 1974 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4492 cc | 6555 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 414 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2700 mm |