1974 Plymouth Trail Duster vs. 2010 Chevrolet Equinox
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Equinox is newer by 36 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, both vehicles can yield 182 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster weights approximately 79 kg more than 2010 Chevrolet Equinox.
Because 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Chevrolet Equinox. 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 181 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chevrolet Equinox. (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chevrolet Equinox.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster | 2010 Chevrolet Equinox | |
| Make | Plymouth | Chevrolet |
| Model | Trail Duster | Equinox |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6555 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1741 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2858 mm |
