1974 Plymouth Trail Duster vs. 2009 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2009 Toyota Corolla 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 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 52 more horse power than 2009 Toyota Corolla. (130 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster weights approximately 794 kg more than 2009 Toyota Corolla. 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 2009 Toyota Corolla. 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 286 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Corolla. (128 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Plymouth Trail Duster | 2009 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Plymouth | Toyota |
Model | Trail Duster | Corolla |
Year Released | 1974 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6555 cc | 1798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 130 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 414 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1026 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2610 mm |