2005 GMC Envoy vs. 1978 Plymouth Trail Duster
To start off, 2005 GMC Envoy is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Plymouth Trail Duster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Plymouth Trail Duster would be higher. At 4,162 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Envoy (275 HP) has 175 more horse power than 1978 Plymouth Trail Duster. (100 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 1978 Plymouth Trail Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Envoy weights approximately 661 kg more than 1978 Plymouth Trail Duster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 GMC Envoy (373 Nm) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Plymouth Trail Duster. (238 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Plymouth Trail Duster.
Compare all specifications:
2005 GMC Envoy | 1978 Plymouth Trail Duster | |
Make | GMC | Plymouth |
Model | Envoy | Trail Duster |
Year Released | 2005 | 1978 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4162 cc | 3678 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 275 HP | 100 HP |
Torque | 373 Nm | 238 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2276 kg | 1615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5300 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 2700 mm |