2007 Dodge Caliber vs. 1975 Plymouth Trail Duster
To start off, 2007 Dodge Caliber is newer by 32 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, 2007 Dodge Caliber (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1975 Plymouth Trail Duster. (101 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Caliber should accelerate faster than 1975 Plymouth Trail Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Plymouth Trail Duster weights approximately 230 kg more than 2007 Dodge Caliber.
Because 1975 Plymouth Trail Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Dodge Caliber. 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 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dodge Caliber. (170 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1975 Plymouth Trail Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Dodge Caliber.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Caliber | 1975 Plymouth Trail Duster | |
| Make | Dodge | Plymouth |
| Model | Caliber | Trail Duster |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 3678 cc |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2700 mm |
