1976 Plymouth Trail Duster vs. 2006 Toyota Avalon
To start off, 2006 Toyota Avalon is newer by 30 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 6,555 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Avalon (268 HP) has 105 more horse power than 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster. (163 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Avalon 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 465 kg more than 2006 Toyota Avalon.
Because 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Toyota Avalon. 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 (393 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Avalon. (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Avalon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster | 2006 Toyota Avalon | |
| Make | Plymouth | Toyota |
| Model | Trail Duster | Avalon |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6555 cc | 3458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 268 HP |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2830 mm |
