2006 Hummer H2 vs. 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster
To start off, 2006 Hummer H2 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster would be higher. At 6,555 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hummer H2 (321 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster. (163 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hummer H2 should accelerate faster than 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hummer H2 weights approximately 1083 kg more than 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Hummer H2 (1,058 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 665 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster. (393 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Hummer H2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Hummer H2 | 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster | |
Make | Hummer | Plymouth |
Model | H2 | Trail Duster |
Year Released | 2006 | 1976 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5967 cc | 6555 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 321 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 1058 Nm | 393 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2903 kg | 1820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2070 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2070 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2700 mm |