1974 Plymouth Trail Duster vs. 2011 Hyundai Azera
To start off, 2011 Hyundai Azera is newer by 37 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, 2011 Hyundai Azera (260 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster. (217 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai Azera 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 228 kg more than 2011 Hyundai Azera.
Because 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Hyundai Azera. 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 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Hyundai Azera. (316 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Hyundai Azera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster | 2011 Hyundai Azera | |
| Make | Plymouth | Hyundai |
| Model | Trail Duster | Azera |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7206 cc | 3300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 316 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1622 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1491 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2779 mm |
