1974 Plymouth Trail Duster vs. 1982 Ford Granada
To start off, 1982 Ford Granada is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster 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 50 more horse power than 1982 Ford Granada. (98 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster should accelerate faster than 1982 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster weights approximately 435 kg more than 1982 Ford Granada. 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 1982 Ford Granada. 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 (313 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ford Granada. (151 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Plymouth Trail Duster | 1982 Ford Granada | |
Make | Plymouth | Ford |
Model | Trail Duster | Granada |
Year Released | 1974 | 1982 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5210 cc | 1993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 313 Nm | 151 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2780 mm |