1981 GMC Jimmy vs. 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster
To start off, 1981 GMC Jimmy is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster would be higher. At 6,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster (173 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1981 GMC Jimmy. (130 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster should accelerate faster than 1981 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 145 kg more than 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster (373 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 GMC Jimmy. (326 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 GMC Jimmy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 GMC Jimmy | 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster | |
| Make | GMC | Plymouth |
| Model | Jimmy | Trail Duster |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1974 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6210 cc | 5898 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 326 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2700 mm |
