2005 Jeep Cherokee vs. 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster
To start off, 2005 Jeep Cherokee 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 @ 4000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2005 Jeep Cherokee. (150 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster should accelerate faster than 2005 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 47 kg more than 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster.
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, 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster (414 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Jeep Cherokee. (312 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Jeep Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Jeep Cherokee | 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster | |
| Make | Jeep | Plymouth |
| Model | Cherokee | Trail Duster |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1974 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 6555 cc |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 414 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1867 kg | 1820 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2700 mm |
