1971 Chrysler Newport 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 Chrysler Newport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Chrysler Newport would be higher. At 6,555 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster (182 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1971 Chrysler Newport. (173 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster should accelerate faster than 1971 Chrysler Newport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Chrysler Newport weights approximately 95 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 1971 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, 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster (414 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Chrysler Newport. (387 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Chrysler Newport.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Chrysler Newport | 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster | |
| Make | Chrysler | Plymouth |
| Model | Newport | Trail Duster |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 6555 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 387 Nm | 414 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 | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2700 mm |
