1986 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1975 Plymouth Trail Duster

To start off, 1986 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Plymouth Trail Duster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Plymouth Trail Duster would be higher. At 3,678 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Plymouth Trail Duster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Plymouth Trail Duster (101 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1986 Chevrolet Camaro. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Plymouth Trail Duster should accelerate faster than 1986 Chevrolet Camaro.

Because 1975 Plymouth Trail Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Chevrolet Camaro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 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, 1975 Plymouth Trail Duster (237 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Chevrolet Camaro. (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1975 Plymouth Trail Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Chevrolet Camaro.

Compare all specifications:

1986 Chevrolet Camaro 1975 Plymouth Trail Duster
Make Chevrolet Plymouth
Model Camaro Trail Duster
Year Released 1986 1975
Body Type Coupe SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2474 cc 3678 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 89 HP 101 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 3600 RPM
Torque 179 Nm 237 Nm
Torque RPM 2800 RPM 1600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Length 4880 mm 4700 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 2030 mm
Wheelbase Size 2580 mm 2700 mm


 

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