1974 Plymouth Trail Duster vs. 2004 Porsche 911
To start off, 2004 Porsche 911 is newer by 30 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, 2004 Porsche 911 (321 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster. (173 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche 911 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 285 kg more than 2004 Porsche 911.
Because 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Porsche 911. 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, 2004 Porsche 911 (377 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster. (373 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2004 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Plymouth Trail Duster | 2004 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Plymouth | Porsche |
Model | Trail Duster | 911 |
Year Released | 1974 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5898 cc | 3595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 321 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 377 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1515 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2360 mm |