2004 Isuzu Wizard vs. 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster
To start off, 2004 Isuzu Wizard is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster would be higher. At 6,555 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2004 Isuzu Wizard. (134 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster should accelerate faster than 2004 Isuzu Wizard. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster weights approximately 55 kg more than 2004 Isuzu Wizard. 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, 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster (393 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Isuzu Wizard. (202 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Isuzu Wizard.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Isuzu Wizard | 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster | |
| Make | Isuzu | Plymouth |
| Model | Wizard | Trail Duster |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1976 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 6555 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 202 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2700 mm |
