2004 Jeep Cherokee vs. 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster
To start off, 2004 Jeep Cherokee 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 10 more horse power than 2004 Jeep Cherokee. (207 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster should accelerate faster than 2004 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 101 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 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Jeep Cherokee. (312 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Jeep Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Jeep Cherokee | 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster | |
Make | Jeep | Plymouth |
Model | Cherokee | Trail Duster |
Year Released | 2004 | 1974 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3698 cc | 7206 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 207 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 447 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1951 kg | 1850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2700 mm |