2003 GMC Yukon vs. 1978 Plymouth Trail Duster
To start off, 2003 GMC Yukon is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Plymouth Trail Duster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Plymouth Trail Duster would be higher. At 5,963 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 GMC Yukon (317 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 1978 Plymouth Trail Duster. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1978 Plymouth Trail Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 GMC Yukon weights approximately 675 kg more than 1978 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 GMC Yukon (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Plymouth Trail Duster. (238 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2003 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Plymouth Trail Duster.
Compare all specifications:
2003 GMC Yukon | 1978 Plymouth Trail Duster | |
Make | GMC | Plymouth |
Model | Yukon | Trail Duster |
Year Released | 2003 | 1978 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5963 cc | 3678 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 238 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2290 kg | 1615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2700 mm |