1974 Cadillac Calais vs. 1978 Plymouth Trail Duster
To start off, 1978 Plymouth Trail Duster is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Cadillac Calais. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Cadillac Calais would be higher. At 7,734 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Cadillac Calais is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Cadillac Calais (193 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1978 Plymouth Trail Duster. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Cadillac Calais should accelerate faster than 1978 Plymouth Trail Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Cadillac Calais weights approximately 605 kg more than 1978 Plymouth Trail Duster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Cadillac Calais | 1978 Plymouth Trail Duster | |
| Make | Cadillac | Plymouth |
| Model | Calais | Trail Duster |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7734 cc | 3678 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2220 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5880 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2700 mm |
