1974 Plymouth Trail Duster vs. 2004 Pontiac GTO
To start off, 2004 Pontiac GTO is newer by 30 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, 2004 Pontiac GTO (400 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster. (217 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster weights approximately 130 kg more than 2004 Pontiac GTO.
Because 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Pontiac GTO. 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, 2004 Pontiac GTO (542 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster. (447 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2004 Pontiac GTO 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 | 2004 Pontiac GTO | |
Make | Plymouth | Pontiac |
Model | Trail Duster | GTO |
Year Released | 1974 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7206 cc | 5970 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 542 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2880 mm |