1995 Ford Aerostar vs. 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster
To start off, 1995 Ford Aerostar is newer by 21 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 6,555 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster (182 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1995 Ford Aerostar. (134 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Aerostar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster weights approximately 305 kg more than 1995 Ford Aerostar. 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 1995 Ford Aerostar. 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 (414 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Aerostar. (217 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Aerostar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Aerostar | 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster | |
| Make | Ford | Plymouth |
| Model | Aerostar | Trail Duster |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 6555 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 414 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2700 mm |
