1975 Plymouth Trail Duster vs. 1997 Plymouth Voyager
To start off, 1997 Plymouth Voyager is newer by 22 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, 1997 Plymouth Voyager (131 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1975 Plymouth Trail Duster. (101 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Plymouth Voyager should accelerate faster than 1975 Plymouth Trail Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Plymouth Voyager weights approximately 185 kg more than 1975 Plymouth Trail Duster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 Plymouth Trail Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Plymouth Voyager. 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 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Plymouth Voyager. (174 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1975 Plymouth Trail Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Plymouth Voyager.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Plymouth Trail Duster | 1997 Plymouth Voyager | |
Make | Plymouth | Plymouth |
Model | Trail Duster | Voyager |
Year Released | 1975 | 1997 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3678 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 237 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2880 mm |