2009 Ford F-350 vs. 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster
To start off, 2009 Ford F-350 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 6,555 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford F-350 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster. (182 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-350 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 848 kg more than 2009 Ford F-350.
Because 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ford F-350. 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, 2009 Ford F-350 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster. (414 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford F-350 | 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster | |
| Make | Ford | Plymouth |
| Model | F-350 | Trail Duster |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5400 cc | 6555 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 414 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6260 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3970 mm | 2700 mm |
