2007 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1978 Plymouth Trail Duster
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Plymouth Trail Duster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Plymouth Trail Duster would be higher. At 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado (316 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 1978 Plymouth Trail Duster. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1978 Plymouth Trail Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 135 kg more than 1978 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, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado (458 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Plymouth Trail Duster. (238 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Plymouth Trail Duster.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Chevrolet Silverado | 1978 Plymouth Trail Duster | |
Make | Chevrolet | Plymouth |
Model | Silverado | Trail Duster |
Year Released | 2007 | 1978 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5326 cc | 3678 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 316 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 458 Nm | 238 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6330 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4010 mm | 2700 mm |