2005 Chrysler 300 vs. 1979 Plymouth Trail Duster
To start off, 2005 Chrysler 300 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Plymouth Trail Duster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Plymouth Trail Duster would be higher. At 3,678 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Plymouth Trail Duster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chrysler 300 (190 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1979 Plymouth Trail Duster. (108 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1979 Plymouth Trail Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 200 kg more than 1979 Plymouth Trail Duster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chrysler 300 (258 Nm) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Plymouth Trail Duster. (238 Nm). This means 2005 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Plymouth Trail Duster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chrysler 300 | 1979 Plymouth Trail Duster | |
| Make | Chrysler | Plymouth |
| Model | 300 | Trail Duster |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2776 cc | 3678 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 238 Nm |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2700 mm |
