2009 Honda CR-V vs. 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster
To start off, 2009 Honda CR-V 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 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda CR-V (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda CR-V 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 274 kg more than 2009 Honda CR-V.
Because 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Honda CR-V. 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, 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster (313 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda CR-V. (218 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda CR-V | 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster | |
Make | Honda | Plymouth |
Model | CR-V | Trail Duster |
Year Released | 2009 | 1974 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 5210 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 166 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 313 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1461 kg | 1735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2700 mm |