2009 Ford E-350 vs. 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster
To start off, 2009 Ford E-350 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster would be higher. At 6,555 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford E-350 (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster. (163 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster weights approximately 854 kg more than 2009 Ford E-350.
Because 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ford E-350. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 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 Ford E-350 (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster. (393 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford E-350 | 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster | |
| Make | Ford | Plymouth |
| Model | E-350 | Trail Duster |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5406 cc | 6555 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2700 mm |
