2005 Ford Focus vs. 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster
To start off, 2005 Ford Focus is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster would be higher. At 3,678 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Focus (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster weights approximately 402 kg more than 2005 Ford Focus.
Because 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ford Focus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1977 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, 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster (238 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Focus. (178 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Focus | 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster | |
Make | Ford | Plymouth |
Model | Focus | Trail Duster |
Year Released | 2005 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 3678 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 178 Nm | 238 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1213 kg | 1615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2700 mm |