1990 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster
To start off, 1990 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Chevrolet Suburban (209 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1977 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, 1990 Chevrolet Suburban (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster. (238 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1990 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Chevrolet Suburban | 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster | |
Make | Chevrolet | Plymouth |
Model | Suburban | Trail Duster |
Year Released | 1990 | 1977 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 3678 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 209 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 238 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2700 mm |