1998 Dodge Durango vs. 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster
To start off, 1998 Dodge Durango is newer by 24 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, 1998 Dodge Durango (232 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster. (173 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Dodge Durango weights approximately 175 kg more than 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1998 Dodge Durango (399 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster. (373 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1998 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Dodge Durango | 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster | |
Make | Dodge | Plymouth |
Model | Durango | Trail Duster |
Year Released | 1998 | 1974 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4702 cc | 5898 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 232 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 399 Nm | 373 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2700 mm |