2005 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster
To start off, 2005 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 29 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, 2005 Cadillac Escalade (345 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster. (163 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 858 kg more than 1976 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, 2005 Cadillac Escalade (515 Nm) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster. (393 Nm). This means 2005 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Cadillac Escalade | 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster | |
| Make | Cadillac | Plymouth |
| Model | Escalade | Trail Duster |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1976 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 6555 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2678 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2700 mm |
