2005 Holden Caprice vs. 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster
To start off, 2005 Holden Caprice 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 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Holden Caprice (295 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster. (173 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Holden Caprice should accelerate faster than 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster.
Because 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Holden Caprice. 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, 2005 Holden Caprice (446 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster. (373 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Holden Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Holden Caprice | 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster | |
| Make | Holden | Plymouth |
| Model | Caprice | Trail Duster |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5665 cc | 5898 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 446 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
