2001 AC Cobra vs. 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster
To start off, 2001 AC Cobra is newer by 27 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 7,206 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 AC Cobra (350 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster. (217 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 AC Cobra 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 790 kg more than 2001 AC Cobra.
Because 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 AC Cobra. 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 (447 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 AC Cobra. (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 AC Cobra.
Compare all specifications:
2001 AC Cobra | 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster | |
Make | AC | Plymouth |
Model | Cobra | Trail Duster |
Year Released | 2001 | 1974 |
Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3506 cc | 7206 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 447 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2700 mm |