1976 Plymouth Trail Duster vs. 2005 Chevrolet Prizm
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Prizm is newer by 29 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, 2005 Chevrolet Prizm (124 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Prizm 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 525 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Prizm.
Because 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Chevrolet Prizm. 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, 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster (238 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Prizm. (169 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Prizm.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Plymouth Trail Duster | 2005 Chevrolet Prizm | |
Make | Plymouth | Chevrolet |
Model | Trail Duster | Prizm |
Year Released | 1976 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3678 cc | 1794 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 238 Nm | 169 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2470 mm |