1974 Plymouth Trail Duster vs. 1993 Volkswagen Quantum
To start off, 1993 Volkswagen Quantum 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 7,206 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster (217 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1993 Volkswagen Quantum. (109 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster should accelerate faster than 1993 Volkswagen Quantum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster weights approximately 720 kg more than 1993 Volkswagen Quantum. 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 1993 Volkswagen Quantum. 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 (447 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 274 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Volkswagen Quantum. (173 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Volkswagen Quantum.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster | 1993 Volkswagen Quantum | |
| Make | Plymouth | Volkswagen |
| Model | Trail Duster | Quantum |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7206 cc | 1982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2560 mm |
