1974 Plymouth Trail Duster vs. 2010 Volvo XC70
To start off, 2010 Volvo XC70 is newer by 36 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, 2010 Volvo XC70 (235 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster. (217 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volvo XC70 should accelerate faster than 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volvo XC70 weights approximately 31 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.
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 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volvo XC70. (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volvo XC70.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Plymouth Trail Duster | 2010 Volvo XC70 | |
Make | Plymouth | Volvo |
Model | Trail Duster | XC70 |
Year Released | 1974 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7206 cc | 3200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 235 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1881 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4839 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1862 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1603 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2814 mm |