2009 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 35 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, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe (320 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster. (217 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe 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 589 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe.
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, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe (461 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster. (447 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Tahoe | 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster | |
Make | Chevrolet | Plymouth |
Model | Tahoe | Trail Duster |
Year Released | 2009 | 1974 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5300 cc | 7206 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 320 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 461 Nm | 447 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2700 mm |