2005 Ford Falcon vs. 1975 Plymouth Trail Duster
To start off, 2005 Ford Falcon is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Plymouth Trail Duster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Plymouth Trail Duster would be higher. At 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Falcon (200 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1975 Plymouth Trail Duster. (101 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1975 Plymouth Trail Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Plymouth Trail Duster weights approximately 34 kg more than 2005 Ford Falcon.
Because 1975 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, 1975 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, 2005 Ford Falcon (357 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Plymouth Trail Duster. (237 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Plymouth Trail Duster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Falcon | 1975 Plymouth Trail Duster | |
| Make | Ford | Plymouth |
| Model | Falcon | Trail Duster |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3984 cc | 3678 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1581 kg | 1615 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2700 mm |
