1974 Plymouth Trail Duster vs. 2002 Opel Signum
To start off, 2002 Opel Signum is newer by 28 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 9 more horse power than 2002 Opel Signum. (208 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster should accelerate faster than 2002 Opel Signum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster weights approximately 240 kg more than 2002 Opel Signum. 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 2002 Opel Signum. 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 147 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Opel Signum. (300 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Opel Signum.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster | 2002 Opel Signum | |
| Make | Plymouth | Opel |
| Model | Trail Duster | Signum |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7206 cc | 3175 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2840 mm |
