1974 Plymouth Trail Duster vs. 2005 Volvo V70
To start off, 2005 Volvo V70 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 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 82 more horse power than 2005 Volvo V70. (135 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster should accelerate faster than 2005 Volvo V70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster weights approximately 281 kg more than 2005 Volvo V70. 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 Volvo V70. 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 227 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volvo V70. (220 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volvo V70.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster | 2005 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Plymouth | Volvo |
| Model | Trail Duster | V70 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7206 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1569 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2800 mm |
