2007 Dodge Nitro vs. 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster
To start off, 2007 Dodge Nitro 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 7,206 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster (217 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2007 Dodge Nitro. (175 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster should accelerate faster than 2007 Dodge Nitro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Nitro weights approximately 10 kg more than 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster.
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 Dodge Nitro (460 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster. (447 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Dodge Nitro | 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster | |
Make | Dodge | Plymouth |
Model | Nitro | Trail Duster |
Year Released | 2007 | 1974 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2768 cc | 7206 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 460 Nm | 447 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 1850 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2700 mm |