1974 Plymouth Trail Duster vs. 2010 Tata Nano
To start off, 2010 Tata Nano 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 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2010 Tata Nano. (35 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster should accelerate faster than 2010 Tata Nano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster weights approximately 1135 kg more than 2010 Tata Nano. 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 2010 Tata Nano. 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 (313 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Tata Nano. (48 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Tata Nano.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster | 2010 Tata Nano | |
| Make | Plymouth | Tata |
| Model | Trail Duster | Nano |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 624 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 313 Nm | 48 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 3099 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1495 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1652 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2230 mm |
