1974 Plymouth Trail Duster vs. 2002 Saab 03-Sep
To start off, 2002 Saab 03-Sep 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 35 more horse power than 2002 Saab 03-Sep. (182 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster should accelerate faster than 2002 Saab 03-Sep. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster weights approximately 404 kg more than 2002 Saab 03-Sep. 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 Saab 03-Sep. 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 182 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Saab 03-Sep. (265 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Saab 03-Sep.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Plymouth Trail Duster | 2002 Saab 03-Sep | |
Make | Plymouth | Saab |
Model | Trail Duster | 03-Sep |
Year Released | 1974 | 2002 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7206 cc | 1985 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 265 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1446 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2610 mm |