2004 Chevrolet Tracker vs. 1979 Plymouth Trail Duster
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Tracker is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Plymouth Trail Duster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Plymouth Trail Duster would be higher. At 3,678 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Plymouth Trail Duster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Tracker (165 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1979 Plymouth Trail Duster. (108 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Tracker should accelerate faster than 1979 Plymouth Trail Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Plymouth Trail Duster weights approximately 242 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet Tracker.
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, 1979 Plymouth Trail Duster (238 Nm) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Tracker. (221 Nm). This means 1979 Plymouth Trail Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Tracker.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chevrolet Tracker | 1979 Plymouth Trail Duster | |
Make | Chevrolet | Plymouth |
Model | Tracker | Trail Duster |
Year Released | 2004 | 1979 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2491 cc | 3678 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 165 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 238 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1373 kg | 1615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2700 mm |