2009 Jeep Commander vs. 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster
To start off, 2009 Jeep Commander 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 7,206 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jeep Commander (229 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster. (217 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Commander weights approximately 455 kg more than 1974 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, 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster (447 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Jeep Commander. (410 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Jeep Commander.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Jeep Commander | 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster | |
Make | Jeep | Plymouth |
Model | Commander | Trail Duster |
Year Released | 2009 | 1974 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4701 cc | 7206 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 229 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 447 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2305 kg | 1850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2700 mm |