1974 Plymouth Trail Duster vs. 2012 Chevrolet Malibu
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Malibu is newer by 38 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 13 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Malibu. (169 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster should accelerate faster than 2012 Chevrolet Malibu.
Because 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Chevrolet Malibu. 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 197 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Malibu. (217 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Malibu.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Plymouth Trail Duster | 2012 Chevrolet Malibu | |
Make | Plymouth | Chevrolet |
Model | Trail Duster | Malibu |
Year Released | 1974 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
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 | 169 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 414 Nm | 217 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4872 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1786 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2852 mm |