2006 Kia Cerato vs. 1975 Plymouth Trail Duster
To start off, 2006 Kia Cerato is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Plymouth Trail Duster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Plymouth Trail Duster would be higher. At 3,678 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Plymouth Trail Duster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Kia Cerato (105 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1975 Plymouth Trail Duster. (101 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Cerato should accelerate faster than 1975 Plymouth Trail Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Cerato weights approximately 385 kg more than 1975 Plymouth Trail Duster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 Plymouth Trail Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Kia Cerato. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 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, 1975 Plymouth Trail Duster (237 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Cerato. (146 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1975 Plymouth Trail Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Cerato.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Kia Cerato | 1975 Plymouth Trail Duster | |
Make | Kia | Plymouth |
Model | Cerato | Trail Duster |
Year Released | 2006 | 1975 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1599 cc | 3678 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 237 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2700 mm |