1975 Plymouth Trail Duster vs. 1988 Buick Century
To start off, 1988 Buick Century is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Plymouth Trail Duster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Plymouth Trail Duster would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Buick Century (150 HP) has 49 more horse power than 1975 Plymouth Trail Duster. (101 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Buick Century should accelerate faster than 1975 Plymouth Trail Duster.
Because 1975 Plymouth Trail Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Buick Century. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 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, 1988 Buick Century (270 Nm) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Plymouth Trail Duster. (237 Nm). This means 1988 Buick Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Plymouth Trail Duster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Plymouth Trail Duster | 1988 Buick Century | |
| Make | Plymouth | Buick |
| Model | Trail Duster | Century |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1988 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3678 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 150 HP |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4803 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1364 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2662 mm |
