2005 Nissan Maxima vs. 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster
To start off, 2005 Nissan Maxima 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 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Maxima (276 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster weights approximately 157 kg more than 2005 Nissan Maxima.
Because 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Nissan Maxima. 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 Nissan Maxima (346 Nm) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster. (313 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Maxima | 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster | |
| Make | Nissan | Plymouth |
| Model | Maxima | Trail Duster |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3507 cc | 5210 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 313 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1578 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2700 mm |
