1974 Plymouth Trail Duster vs. 1977 Porsche 912
To start off, 1977 Porsche 912 is newer by 3 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 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 86 more horse power than 1977 Porsche 912. (87 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster should accelerate faster than 1977 Porsche 912. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster weights approximately 660 kg more than 1977 Porsche 912. 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 1977 Porsche 912. 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 1977 Porsche 912. (136 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Porsche 912.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Plymouth Trail Duster | 1977 Porsche 912 | |
Make | Plymouth | Porsche |
Model | Trail Duster | 912 |
Year Released | 1974 | 1977 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5898 cc | 1971 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 136 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2220 mm |