1974 Plymouth Trail Duster vs. 2004 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2004 Porsche Boxster 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 7,206 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche Boxster (225 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster. (217 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche Boxster 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 500 kg more than 2004 Porsche Boxster.
Because 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Porsche Boxster. 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 187 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Porsche Boxster. (260 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Plymouth Trail Duster | 2004 Porsche Boxster | |
Make | Plymouth | Porsche |
Model | Trail Duster | Boxster |
Year Released | 1974 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 7206 cc | 2687 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2360 mm |