2008 Cadillac SRX vs. 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster
To start off, 2008 Cadillac SRX is newer by 34 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, 2008 Cadillac SRX (255 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster. (182 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 69 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 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Cadillac SRX. (345 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Cadillac SRX.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Cadillac SRX | 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster | |
Make | Cadillac | Plymouth |
Model | SRX | Trail Duster |
Year Released | 2008 | 1974 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 6555 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 345 Nm | 414 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1889 kg | 1820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2700 mm |