2005 Infiniti M vs. 1978 Plymouth Trail Duster
To start off, 2005 Infiniti M 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 4,494 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Infiniti M (335 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 235 more horse power than 1978 Plymouth Trail Duster. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 1978 Plymouth Trail Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Infiniti M weights approximately 176 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.
Because 1978 Plymouth Trail Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Infiniti M. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 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 Infiniti M (453 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Plymouth Trail Duster. (238 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2005 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Plymouth Trail Duster.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Infiniti M | 1978 Plymouth Trail Duster | |
Make | Infiniti | Plymouth |
Model | M | Trail Duster |
Year Released | 2005 | 1978 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4494 cc | 3678 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 453 Nm | 238 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1791 kg | 1615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2700 mm |