2005 GMC Canyon vs. 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster
To start off, 2005 GMC Canyon 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 6,555 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster (182 HP) has 7 more horse power than 2005 GMC Canyon. (175 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster should accelerate faster than 2005 GMC Canyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster weights approximately 23 kg more than 2005 GMC Canyon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster (414 Nm) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 GMC Canyon. (252 Nm). This means 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 GMC Canyon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 GMC Canyon | 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster | |
| Make | GMC | Plymouth |
| Model | Canyon | Trail Duster |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 6555 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 182 HP |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 414 Nm |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1797 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2700 mm |
