1974 Plymouth Trail Duster vs. 1989 Suzuki Cappuccino
To start off, 1989 Suzuki Cappuccino is newer by 15 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 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 120 more horse power than 1989 Suzuki Cappuccino. (62 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster should accelerate faster than 1989 Suzuki Cappuccino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster weights approximately 1141 kg more than 1989 Suzuki Cappuccino. 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 1989 Suzuki Cappuccino. 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 329 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Suzuki Cappuccino. (85 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Suzuki Cappuccino.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster | 1989 Suzuki Cappuccino | |
| Make | Plymouth | Suzuki |
| Model | Trail Duster | Cappuccino |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1989 |
| Body Type | SUV | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6555 cc | 657 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 679 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2070 mm |
