2006 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1979 Plymouth Trail Duster
To start off, 2006 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Plymouth Trail Duster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Plymouth Trail Duster would be higher. At 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1052 kg more than 1979 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, 2006 Cadillac Escalade (515 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Plymouth Trail Duster. (238 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Plymouth Trail Duster.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Cadillac Escalade | 1979 Plymouth Trail Duster | |
Make | Cadillac | Plymouth |
Model | Escalade | Trail Duster |
Year Released | 2006 | 1979 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5967 cc | 3678 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 108 HP |
Torque | 515 Nm | 238 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2667 kg | 1615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5620 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2700 mm |