2008 Jaguar XK vs. 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster
To start off, 2008 Jaguar XK 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 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jaguar XK (301 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster. (173 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster weights approximately 90 kg more than 2008 Jaguar XK.
Because 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Jaguar XK. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster will offer significantly more control. 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 Jaguar XK (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster. (373 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jaguar XK | 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster | |
| Make | Jaguar | Plymouth |
| Model | XK | Trail Duster |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 5898 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2080 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2700 mm |
