2002 Ford Tonka vs. 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster
To start off, 2002 Ford Tonka 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 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Ford Tonka is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Tonka (128 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster. (108 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Tonka 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 313 kg more than 2002 Ford Tonka.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Tonka (814 Nm) has 576 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster. (238 Nm). This means 2002 Ford Tonka will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Ford Tonka | 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster | |
Make | Ford | Plymouth |
Model | Tonka | Trail Duster |
Year Released | 2002 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6000 cc | 3678 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 814 Nm | 238 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1302 kg | 1615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6150 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2370 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2140 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4200 mm | 2700 mm |