1975 Plymouth Trail Duster vs. 2013 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2013 Chrysler 300 is newer by 38 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chrysler 300 (358 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 257 more horse power than 1975 Plymouth Trail Duster. (101 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1975 Plymouth Trail Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 433 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.
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, 2013 Chrysler 300 (534 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 297 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Plymouth Trail Duster. (237 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2013 Chrysler 300 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 | 2013 Chrysler 300 | |
Make | Plymouth | Chrysler |
Model | Trail Duster | 300 |
Year Released | 1975 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3678 cc | 5700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 358 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 237 Nm | 534 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 2048 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 5044 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1902 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1504 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 3052 mm |