2005 Honda FR-V vs. 1975 Plymouth Trail Duster
To start off, 2005 Honda FR-V 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 3,678 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Plymouth Trail Duster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda FR-V (123 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1975 Plymouth Trail Duster. (101 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda FR-V 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 149 kg more than 2005 Honda FR-V.
Because 1975 Plymouth Trail Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Honda FR-V. 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, 1975 Plymouth Trail Duster (237 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda FR-V. (155 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1975 Plymouth Trail Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda FR-V.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda FR-V | 1975 Plymouth Trail Duster | |
Make | Honda | Plymouth |
Model | FR-V | Trail Duster |
Year Released | 2005 | 1975 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1697 cc | 3678 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 155 Nm | 237 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1466 kg | 1615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2700 mm |