1968 Jeep CJ5 vs. 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster
To start off, 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Jeep CJ5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Jeep CJ5 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) has 41 more horse power than 1968 Jeep CJ5. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster should accelerate faster than 1968 Jeep CJ5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster weights approximately 585 kg more than 1968 Jeep CJ5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Jeep CJ5. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Jeep CJ5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Jeep CJ5 | 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster | |
| Make | Jeep | Plymouth |
| Model | CJ5 | Trail Duster |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1976 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 3678 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 100 HP |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 238 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2700 mm |
