1975 Plymouth Trail Duster vs. 2007 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 32 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, 2007 Volkswagen Passat (247 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1975 Plymouth Trail Duster. (101 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1975 Plymouth Trail Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 45 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.
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, 2007 Volkswagen Passat (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Plymouth Trail Duster. (237 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Passat 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 | 2007 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Plymouth | Volkswagen |
Model | Trail Duster | Passat |
Year Released | 1975 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3678 cc | 3189 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 237 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2720 mm |