1975 Plymouth Trail Duster vs. 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass is newer by 15 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 3,678 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Plymouth Trail Duster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass (158 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1975 Plymouth Trail Duster. (101 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 1975 Plymouth Trail Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Plymouth Trail Duster weights approximately 170 kg more than 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
Because 1975 Plymouth Trail Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass. 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, 1975 Plymouth Trail Duster (237 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (203 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1975 Plymouth Trail Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Plymouth Trail Duster | 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
| Make | Plymouth | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Trail Duster | Cutlass |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3678 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2740 mm |
