2009 Chrysler Aspen vs. 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster
To start off, 2009 Chrysler Aspen is newer by 32 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 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chrysler Aspen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chrysler Aspen (340 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 240 more horse power than 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chrysler Aspen should accelerate faster than 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chrysler Aspen weights approximately 263 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, 2009 Chrysler Aspen (380 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster. (238 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2009 Chrysler Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chrysler Aspen | 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster | |
| Make | Chrysler | Plymouth |
| Model | Aspen | Trail Duster |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1977 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 3678 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 238 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1878 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2700 mm |
