1974 Plymouth Trail Duster vs. 2012 Holden Captiva
To start off, 2012 Holden Captiva 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 7,206 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster (217 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2012 Holden Captiva. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster should accelerate faster than 2012 Holden Captiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Holden Captiva weights approximately 5 kg more than 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Holden Captiva. (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Holden Captiva.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Plymouth Trail Duster | 2012 Holden Captiva | |
Make | Plymouth | Holden |
Model | Trail Duster | Captiva |
Year Released | 1974 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7206 cc | 1990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2710 mm |