1974 Plymouth Trail Duster vs. 2010 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2010 Ford Falcon 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 7,206 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Falcon (362 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster. (217 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Falcon 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 146 kg more than 2010 Ford Falcon.
Because 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Ford Falcon. 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, 2010 Ford Falcon (533 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster. (447 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Plymouth Trail Duster | 2010 Ford Falcon | |
Make | Plymouth | Ford |
Model | Trail Duster | Falcon |
Year Released | 1974 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7206 cc | 3983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 362 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 533 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1704 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4967 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1868 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1433 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2838 mm |