2004 Ford Explorer vs. 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster
To start off, 2004 Ford Explorer is newer by 30 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 7,206 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster (217 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2004 Ford Explorer. (158 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Explorer weights approximately 100 kg more than 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster.
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, 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster (447 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Explorer. (306 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Explorer | 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster | |
Make | Ford | Plymouth |
Model | Explorer | Trail Duster |
Year Released | 2004 | 1974 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3996 cc | 7206 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 306 Nm | 447 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2700 mm |