1974 Plymouth Trail Duster vs. 2004 Scion tC
To start off, 2004 Scion tC 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 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster (173 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2004 Scion tC. (158 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster should accelerate faster than 2004 Scion tC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster weights approximately 480 kg more than 2004 Scion tC. 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 2004 Scion tC. 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 (373 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Scion tC. (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Scion tC.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Plymouth Trail Duster | 2004 Scion tC | |
Make | Plymouth | Scion |
Model | Trail Duster | tC |
Year Released | 1974 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5898 cc | 2362 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2710 mm |