1976 Plymouth Trail Duster vs. 2003 Rover Streetwise
To start off, 2003 Rover Streetwise is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster would be higher. At 3,678 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Rover Streetwise (102 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Rover Streetwise should accelerate faster than 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster weights approximately 400 kg more than 2003 Rover Streetwise.
Because 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Rover Streetwise. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 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, 2003 Rover Streetwise (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster. (238 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2003 Rover Streetwise will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster | 2003 Rover Streetwise | |
| Make | Plymouth | Rover |
| Model | Trail Duster | Streetwise |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3678 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 238 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2510 mm |
