1974 Plymouth Trail Duster vs. 2012 Peugeot 3008

To start off, 2012 Peugeot 3008 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 34 more horse power than 2012 Peugeot 3008. (148 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster should accelerate faster than 2012 Peugeot 3008.

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 (414 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Peugeot 3008. (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Peugeot 3008.

Compare all specifications:

1974 Plymouth Trail Duster 2012 Peugeot 3008
Make Plymouth Peugeot
Model Trail Duster 3008
Year Released 1974 2012
Body Type SUV SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 6555 cc 1997 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 182 HP 148 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 3750 RPM
Torque 414 Nm 340 Nm
Torque RPM 2400 RPM 2000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Length 4700 mm 4365 mm
Vehicle Width 2030 mm 1837 mm
Vehicle Height 1890 mm 1639 mm
Wheelbase Size 2700 mm 2613 mm


 

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