1974 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster
To start off, 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 6,555 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1974 Chevrolet Caprice. (143 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster should accelerate faster than 1974 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 200 kg more than 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster.
Because 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Chevrolet Caprice. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 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, 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster (393 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Chevrolet Caprice. (339 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Chevrolet Caprice.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Chevrolet Caprice | 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster | |
Make | Chevrolet | Plymouth |
Model | Caprice | Trail Duster |
Year Released | 1974 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 6555 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 393 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 1820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5670 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2700 mm |