1978 Plymouth Trail Duster vs. 2012 Cadillac Escalade
To start off, 2012 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 34 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 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Cadillac Escalade (332 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 1978 Plymouth Trail Duster. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1978 Plymouth Trail Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1052 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.
Because 1978 Plymouth Trail Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Cadillac Escalade. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 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, 2012 Cadillac Escalade (497 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Plymouth Trail Duster. (238 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2012 Cadillac Escalade 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 | 2012 Cadillac Escalade | |
Make | Plymouth | Cadillac |
Model | Trail Duster | Escalade |
Year Released | 1978 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3678 cc | 6000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 332 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 238 Nm | 497 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 2667 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 5144 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2007 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1928 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2946 mm |