2005 Ford Falcon vs. 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster
To start off, 2005 Ford Falcon is newer by 31 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 17 more horse power than 2005 Ford Falcon. (200 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster weights approximately 269 kg more than 2005 Ford Falcon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ford Falcon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster will offer significantly more control. 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 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Falcon. (357 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Falcon | 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster | |
| Make | Ford | Plymouth |
| Model | Falcon | Trail Duster |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3984 cc | 7206 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1581 kg | 1850 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2700 mm |
