2009 Dodge Charger vs. 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster
To start off, 2009 Dodge Charger 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 5,652 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Charger (368 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 260 more horse power than 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster. (108 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Charger weights approximately 345 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.
Because 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Dodge Charger. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1977 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, 2009 Dodge Charger (536 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 298 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster. (238 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Charger | 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster | |
| Make | Dodge | Plymouth |
| Model | Charger | Trail Duster |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1977 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5652 cc | 3678 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 368 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 536 Nm | 238 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2700 mm |
