1972 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster
To start off, 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 De Tomaso Pantera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 De Tomaso Pantera would be higher. At 5,765 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 De Tomaso Pantera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 De Tomaso Pantera (330 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster. (108 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster weights approximately 233 kg more than 1972 De Tomaso Pantera.
Because 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 De Tomaso Pantera. 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, 1972 De Tomaso Pantera (441 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster. (238 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1972 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 De Tomaso Pantera | 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Plymouth |
| Model | Pantera | Trail Duster |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1977 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5765 cc | 3678 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 238 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1382 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2700 mm |
