2007 Buick Rainier vs. 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster
To start off, 2007 Buick Rainier is newer by 33 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, 2007 Buick Rainier (291 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster. (182 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster.
Because 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Buick Rainier. 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, 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster (414 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Buick Rainier. (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Buick Rainier.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Buick Rainier | 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster | |
Make | Buick | Plymouth |
Model | Rainier | Trail Duster |
Year Released | 2007 | 1974 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 6555 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 291 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 376 Nm | 414 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2700 mm |