1974 Plymouth Trail Duster vs. 2005 Rover 25
To start off, 2005 Rover 25 is newer by 31 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 6,555 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster (182 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2005 Rover 25. (83 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster should accelerate faster than 2005 Rover 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster weights approximately 735 kg more than 2005 Rover 25. 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 2005 Rover 25. 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 (414 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 304 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Rover 25. (110 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Rover 25.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Plymouth Trail Duster | 2005 Rover 25 | |
Make | Plymouth | Rover |
Model | Trail Duster | 25 |
Year Released | 1974 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6555 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 414 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1085 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2510 mm |