1974 Plymouth Trail Duster vs. 2012 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2012 Infiniti FX 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 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Infiniti FX (303 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster. (173 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Infiniti FX weights approximately 143 kg more than 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (373 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Infiniti FX. (355 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Infiniti FX.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Plymouth Trail Duster | 2012 Infiniti FX | |
Make | Plymouth | Infiniti |
Model | Trail Duster | FX |
Year Released | 1974 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5898 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 303 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 355 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1943 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4865 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1925 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2885 mm |