1974 Plymouth Trail Duster vs. 1971 Porsche 914
To start off, 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Porsche 914. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Porsche 914 would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster (173 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1971 Porsche 914. (79 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster should accelerate faster than 1971 Porsche 914. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster weights approximately 875 kg more than 1971 Porsche 914. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Porsche 914. 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 (373 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Porsche 914. (136 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Porsche 914.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Plymouth Trail Duster | 1971 Porsche 914 | |
Make | Plymouth | Porsche |
Model | Trail Duster | 914 |
Year Released | 1974 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5898 cc | 1679 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 136 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2460 mm |