1974 Plymouth Trail Duster vs. 1996 Volvo V90
To start off, 1996 Volvo V90 is newer by 22 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 17 more horse power than 1996 Volvo V90. (200 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster should accelerate faster than 1996 Volvo V90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster weights approximately 220 kg more than 1996 Volvo V90. 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 1996 Volvo V90. 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 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Volvo V90. (261 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Volvo V90.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Plymouth Trail Duster | 1996 Volvo V90 | |
Make | Plymouth | Volvo |
Model | Trail Duster | V90 |
Year Released | 1974 | 1996 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7206 cc | 2978 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 261 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1450 mm |