2001 Citroen C5 vs. 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster
To start off, 2001 Citroen C5 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 6,555 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Citroen C5 (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster. (182 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Citroen C5 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 370 kg more than 2001 Citroen C5.
Because 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Citroen C5. 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 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen C5. (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Citroen C5 | 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster | |
Make | Citroen | Plymouth |
Model | C5 | Trail Duster |
Year Released | 2001 | 1974 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2944 cc | 6555 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 414 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2700 mm |