1999 Nissan R 390 GT1 vs. 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster
To start off, 1999 Nissan R 390 GT1 is newer by 25 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. In terms of performance, 1999 Nissan R 390 GT1 (544 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 362 more horse power than 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster. (182 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Nissan R 390 GT1 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 722 kg more than 1999 Nissan R 390 GT1.
Because 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Nissan R 390 GT1. 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, 1999 Nissan R 390 GT1 (637 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster. (414 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1999 Nissan R 390 GT1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Nissan R 390 GT1 | 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster | |
| Make | Nissan | Plymouth |
| Model | R 390 GT1 | Trail Duster |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 544 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 637 Nm | 414 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1098 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2700 mm |
