1998 Maserati Ghibli vs. 1975 Plymouth Trail Duster
To start off, 1998 Maserati Ghibli is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Plymouth Trail Duster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Plymouth Trail Duster would be higher. At 3,678 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Plymouth Trail Duster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Maserati Ghibli (302 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1975 Plymouth Trail Duster. (101 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Maserati Ghibli should accelerate faster than 1975 Plymouth Trail Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Plymouth Trail Duster weights approximately 250 kg more than 1998 Maserati Ghibli.
Because 1975 Plymouth Trail Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Maserati Ghibli. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 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, 1998 Maserati Ghibli (334 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Plymouth Trail Duster. (237 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1998 Maserati Ghibli will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Plymouth Trail Duster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Maserati Ghibli | 1975 Plymouth Trail Duster | |
| Make | Maserati | Plymouth |
| Model | Ghibli | Trail Duster |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 3678 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 334 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2700 mm |
