1978 Plymouth Trail Duster vs. 2004 Suzuki XL7
To start off, 2004 Suzuki XL7 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Plymouth Trail Duster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Plymouth Trail Duster would be higher. At 3,678 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Plymouth Trail Duster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Suzuki XL7 (185 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1978 Plymouth Trail Duster. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Suzuki XL7 should accelerate faster than 1978 Plymouth Trail Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Suzuki XL7 weights approximately 65 kg more than 1978 Plymouth Trail Duster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Suzuki XL7 (250 Nm) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Plymouth Trail Duster. (238 Nm). This means 2004 Suzuki XL7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Plymouth Trail Duster.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Plymouth Trail Duster | 2004 Suzuki XL7 | |
Make | Plymouth | Suzuki |
Model | Trail Duster | XL7 |
Year Released | 1978 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3678 cc | 2737 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 238 Nm | 250 Nm |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2810 mm |