2002 Nissan Primera vs. 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster

To start off, 2002 Nissan Primera is newer by 28 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 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster (173 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2002 Nissan Primera. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster should accelerate faster than 2002 Nissan Primera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster weights approximately 485 kg more than 2002 Nissan Primera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Nissan Primera. 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 (373 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Nissan Primera. (193 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Nissan Primera.

Compare all specifications:

2002 Nissan Primera 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster
Make Nissan Plymouth
Model Primera Trail Duster
Year Released 2002 1974
Body Type Station Wagon SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1998 cc 5898 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 134 HP 173 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 193 Nm 373 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 2400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front 4WD
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1315 kg 1800 kg
Vehicle Length 4680 mm 4700 mm
Vehicle Width 1770 mm 2030 mm
Vehicle Height 1490 mm 1890 mm
Wheelbase Size 2690 mm 2700 mm