2004 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster
To start off, 2004 Nissan Pathfinder 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, 2004 Nissan Pathfinder (240 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster. (217 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 24 kg more than 1974 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, 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster (447 Nm) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Pathfinder. (363 Nm). This means 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Pathfinder.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Nissan Pathfinder | 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster | |
Make | Nissan | Plymouth |
Model | Pathfinder | Trail Duster |
Year Released | 2004 | 1974 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 7206 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 363 Nm | 447 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1874 kg | 1850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2700 mm |