1974 Plymouth Trail Duster vs. 2009 Pontiac Solstice
To start off, 2009 Pontiac Solstice is newer by 35 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, 2009 Pontiac Solstice (260 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster. (217 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Pontiac Solstice 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 521 kg more than 2009 Pontiac Solstice.
Because 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Pontiac Solstice. 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 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Pontiac Solstice. (353 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Pontiac Solstice.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster | 2009 Pontiac Solstice | |
| Make | Plymouth | Pontiac |
| Model | Trail Duster | Solstice |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7206 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1329 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2420 mm |
