1976 Plymouth Trail Duster vs. 2011 GMC Acadia
To start off, 2011 GMC Acadia is newer by 35 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, 2011 GMC Acadia (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 GMC Acadia weights approximately 497 kg more than 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 GMC Acadia. 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, 2011 GMC Acadia (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster. (238 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2011 GMC Acadia 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 | 2011 GMC Acadia | |
| Make | Plymouth | GMC |
| Model | Trail Duster | Acadia |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3678 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 238 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 2112 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 5098 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1986 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1849 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 3020 mm |
