1977 Plymouth Trail Duster vs. 2010 Chevrolet Equinox
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Equinox is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster would be higher. At 3,678 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Equinox (182 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Equinox should accelerate faster than 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Equinox weights approximately 95 kg more than 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Chevrolet Equinox. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1977 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, 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster (238 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chevrolet Equinox. (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chevrolet Equinox.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Plymouth Trail Duster | 2010 Chevrolet Equinox | |
Make | Plymouth | Chevrolet |
Model | Trail Duster | Equinox |
Year Released | 1977 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3678 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 238 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1842 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2858 mm |