1987 Ford Sierra vs. 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster
To start off, 1987 Ford Sierra is newer by 13 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 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ford Sierra (224 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster. (173 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ford Sierra should accelerate faster than 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster weights approximately 593 kg more than 1987 Ford Sierra.
Because 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Ford Sierra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 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, 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster (373 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Sierra. (285 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Sierra | 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster | |
| Make | Ford | Plymouth |
| Model | Sierra | Trail Duster |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 5898 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 224 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1207 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2700 mm |
