1969 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster
To start off, 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 7,732 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Cadillac Eldorado (228 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 455 kg more than 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Cadillac Eldorado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1977 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, 1969 Cadillac Eldorado (710 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 472 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster. (238 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1969 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Cadillac Eldorado | 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster | |
| Make | Cadillac | Plymouth |
| Model | Eldorado | Trail Duster |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1977 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7732 cc | 3678 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 710 Nm | 238 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5620 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2700 mm |
