2002 Ford Taurus vs. 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster
To start off, 2002 Ford Taurus is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster would be higher. At 3,678 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Taurus (153 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster weights approximately 138 kg more than 2002 Ford Taurus.
Because 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Ford Taurus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1977 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, 2002 Ford Taurus (244 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster. (238 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2002 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford Taurus | 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster | |
| Make | Ford | Plymouth |
| Model | Taurus | Trail Duster |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1977 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2933 cc | 3678 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 238 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1477 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2700 mm |
