1988 Honda Accord vs. 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster
To start off, 1988 Honda Accord is newer by 14 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, 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster (173 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1988 Honda Accord. (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster should accelerate faster than 1988 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster weights approximately 685 kg more than 1988 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Honda Accord. 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 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Honda Accord. (166 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Honda Accord | 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster | |
Make | Honda | Plymouth |
Model | Accord | Trail Duster |
Year Released | 1988 | 1974 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1955 cc | 5898 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 166 Nm | 373 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2700 mm |