1997 Ford Contour vs. 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster
To start off, 1997 Ford Contour is newer by 23 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, 1997 Ford Contour (200 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster. (182 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford Contour 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 430 kg more than 1997 Ford Contour.
Because 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Ford Contour. 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 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford Contour. (231 Nm @ 5625 RPM). This means 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford Contour.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Ford Contour | 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster | |
Make | Ford | Plymouth |
Model | Contour | Trail Duster |
Year Released | 1997 | 1974 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2544 cc | 6555 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 231 Nm | 414 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5625 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2700 mm |