2003 Dodge Ram vs. 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster
To start off, 2003 Dodge Ram is newer by 26 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 3,906 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Dodge Ram (173 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster. (108 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Dodge Ram weights approximately 455 kg more than 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2003 Dodge Ram (305 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster. (238 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Dodge Ram | 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster | |
| Make | Dodge | Plymouth |
| Model | Ram | Trail Duster |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1977 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3906 cc | 3678 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 238 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2700 mm |
