Duster specifications
Here are some basic specs for the '70s-era V8 Dusters:
Year | Engine | Horsepower | Torque (ft-lbs) | Carburetor | Comp. Ratio |
1970 | 318 | 230@4400rpm | 320@2000rpm | 2 bbl | 8.8:1 |
1970 | 340 | 275@5000rpm | 340@3900rpm | 4 bbl | 10.5:1 |
1971 | 318 | 230@4400rpm | 320@2000rpm | 2 bbl | 8.6:1 |
1971 | 340 | 275@5000rpm | 320@2000rpm | 4 bbl | 10.3:1 |
1972 | 318 | 150@4000rpm | 260@1600rpm | 2 bbl | 8.6:1 |
1972 | 340 | 240@4800rpm | 290@3600rpm | 4 bbl | 8.5:1 |
1973 | 318 | 150@3600rpm | 265@2000rpm | 2 bbl | 8.6:1 |
1973 | 340 | 240@4800rpm | 295@3600rpm | 4 bbl | 8.5:1 |
1974 | 318 | 150@4000rpm | 225@2200rpm | 2 bbl | 8.6:1 |
1974 | 360 | 245@4800rpm | 320@3600rpm | 4 bbl | 8.4:1 |
1975 | 318 | 145@4000rpm | 255@1600rpm | 2 bbl | 8.5:1 |
1975 | 360 | 230@4400rpm | 300@3600rpm | 4 bbl | 8.4:1 |
1976 | 318 | 145@4000rpm | 255@3600rpm | 2 bbl | 8.5:1 |
1976 | 360 | 230@4400rpm | 300@3600rpm | 4 bbl | 8.4:1 |
Notes:
Torque specs vary depending on source. I've seen a lot of different torque numbers both in literature and internet web sites, so beware.
Data compiled from Chilton's Repair and Tune-Up Guide for the Valiant Duster, 1968-76.