1976 Plymouth Trail Duster vs. 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara is newer by 28 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, 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara (165 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 150 kg more than 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
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, 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster (238 Nm) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (220 Nm). This means 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Plymouth Trail Duster | 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
Make | Plymouth | Suzuki |
Model | Trail Duster | Grand Vitara |
Year Released | 1976 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3678 cc | 2491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 165 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 238 Nm | 220 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1465 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2490 mm |