1974 Plymouth Trail Duster vs. 2001 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2001 Toyota Tundra is newer by 27 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 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Tundra (245 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster. (173 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster.
Because 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Toyota Tundra. 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, 2001 Toyota Tundra (427 Nm) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster. (373 Nm). This means 2001 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster | 2001 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Plymouth | Toyota |
| Model | Trail Duster | Tundra |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 4700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 5530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 3270 mm |
