1974 Plymouth Trail Duster vs. 1993 Volkswagen Caravelle
To start off, 1993 Volkswagen Caravelle is newer by 19 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 106 more horse power than 1993 Volkswagen Caravelle. (76 HP @ 3700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster should accelerate faster than 1993 Volkswagen Caravelle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster weights approximately 180 kg more than 1993 Volkswagen Caravelle. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster (414 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Volkswagen Caravelle. (164 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Volkswagen Caravelle.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster | 1993 Volkswagen Caravelle | |
| Make | Plymouth | Volkswagen |
| Model | Trail Duster | Caravelle |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1993 |
| Engine Size | 6555 cc | 2370 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1640 kg |
