1974 Plymouth Trail Duster vs. 1994 Subaru SVX

To start off, 1994 Subaru SVX is newer by 20 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, both vehicles can yield 217 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster weights approximately 230 kg more than 1994 Subaru SVX.

Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Subaru SVX. (301 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Subaru SVX.

Compare all specifications:

1974 Plymouth Trail Duster 1994 Subaru SVX
Make Plymouth Subaru
Model Trail Duster SVX
Year Released 1974 1994
Body Type SUV Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 7206 cc 3318 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Horse Power 217 HP 217 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 447 Nm 301 Nm
Torque RPM 2400 RPM 4600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1850 kg 1620 kg
Vehicle Length 4700 mm 4630 mm
Vehicle Width 2030 mm 1780 mm
Vehicle Height 1890 mm 1310 mm


 

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