1974 Plymouth Trail Duster vs. 1990 Rover Metro
To start off, 1990 Rover Metro is newer by 16 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, 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster (217 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1990 Rover Metro. (95 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster should accelerate faster than 1990 Rover Metro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster weights approximately 965 kg more than 1990 Rover Metro. 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 1990 Rover Metro. 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 (447 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 323 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Rover Metro. (124 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Rover Metro.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Plymouth Trail Duster | 1990 Rover Metro | |
Make | Plymouth | Rover |
Model | Trail Duster | Metro |
Year Released | 1974 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7206 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 95 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 124 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 885 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 3530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2280 mm |