1988 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1975 Plymouth Trail Duster
To start off, 1988 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 13 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 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Chevrolet Blazer (158 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1975 Plymouth Trail Duster. (101 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1975 Plymouth Trail Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Plymouth Trail Duster weights approximately 165 kg more than 1988 Chevrolet Blazer.
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, 1988 Chevrolet Blazer (312 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Plymouth Trail Duster. (237 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1988 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Plymouth Trail Duster.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Chevrolet Blazer | 1975 Plymouth Trail Duster | |
Make | Chevrolet | Plymouth |
Model | Blazer | Trail Duster |
Year Released | 1988 | 1975 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4300 cc | 3678 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 237 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2700 mm |