1979 Plymouth Trail Duster vs. 1973 Rover P5B
To start off, 1979 Plymouth Trail Duster is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Rover P5B. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Rover P5B would be higher. At 3,678 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Plymouth Trail Duster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Rover P5B (158 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1979 Plymouth Trail Duster. (108 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Rover P5B should accelerate faster than 1979 Plymouth Trail Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Plymouth Trail Duster weights approximately 25 kg more than 1973 Rover P5B.
Because 1979 Plymouth Trail Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Rover P5B. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 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, 1973 Rover P5B (295 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Plymouth Trail Duster. (238 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1973 Rover P5B will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Plymouth Trail Duster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Plymouth Trail Duster | 1973 Rover P5B | |
| Make | Plymouth | Rover |
| Model | Trail Duster | P5B |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1973 |
| Engine Size | 3678 cc | 3526 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 238 Nm | 295 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2820 mm |
