2008 GMC Sierra vs. 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster
To start off, 2008 GMC Sierra is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 GMC Sierra (316 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Sierra weights approximately 1044 kg more than 1977 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, 2008 GMC Sierra (458 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster. (238 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2008 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 GMC Sierra | 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster | |
| Make | GMC | Plymouth |
| Model | Sierra | Trail Duster |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1977 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 3678 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 316 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 458 Nm | 238 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2659 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6320 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4010 mm | 2700 mm |
