2004 Dodge Sprinter vs. 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster
To start off, 2004 Dodge Sprinter is newer by 30 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, 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster (182 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Sprinter. (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Sprinter weights approximately 383 kg more than 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster (414 Nm) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Sprinter. (330 Nm). This means 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Sprinter | 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster | |
| Make | Dodge | Plymouth |
| Model | Sprinter | Trail Duster |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2688 cc | 6555 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 414 Nm |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2203 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2380 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2700 mm |
