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


 

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