1974 Plymouth Trail Duster vs. 1993 TVR Chimaera
To start off, 1993 TVR Chimaera is newer by 19 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, 1993 TVR Chimaera (225 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster. (217 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 TVR Chimaera should accelerate faster than 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster weights approximately 825 kg more than 1993 TVR Chimaera.
Because 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 TVR Chimaera. 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 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 TVR Chimaera. (374 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 TVR Chimaera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster | 1993 TVR Chimaera | |
| Make | Plymouth | TVR |
| Model | Trail Duster | Chimaera |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1993 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7206 cc | 3946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 374 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2290 mm |
