1971 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster
To start off, 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1971 Chevrolet Camaro. (130 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster should accelerate faster than 1971 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster weights approximately 220 kg more than 1971 Chevrolet Camaro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Chevrolet Camaro. 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, 1971 Chevrolet Camaro (318 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster. (313 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1971 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Chevrolet Camaro | 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Plymouth |
| Model | Camaro | Trail Duster |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5025 cc | 5210 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 318 Nm | 313 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2700 mm |
