2007 Mercedes-Benz R vs. 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz R 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 Mercedes-Benz R (269 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster. (182 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz R should accelerate faster than 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz R weights approximately 385 kg more than 1974 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, 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster (414 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz R. (350 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz R.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercedes-Benz R | 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Plymouth |
| Model | R | Trail Duster |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 6555 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 269 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 414 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2205 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3220 mm | 2700 mm |
