1970 Chrysler Newport vs. 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster
To start off, 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Chrysler Newport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Chrysler Newport would be higher. Both 1970 Chrysler Newport and 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster are equipped with a 5,898 cc engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 173 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Chrysler Newport weights approximately 115 kg more than 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster.
Because 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Chrysler Newport. 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, 1970 Chrysler Newport (388 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster. (373 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1970 Chrysler Newport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Chrysler Newport | 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster | |
| Make | Chrysler | Plymouth |
| Model | Newport | Trail Duster |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 5898 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2700 mm |
