1974 Plymouth Trail Duster vs. 2011 Lexus IS
To start off, 2011 Lexus IS is newer by 37 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, 2011 Lexus IS (204 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster. (173 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lexus IS 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 58 kg more than 2011 Lexus IS.
Because 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Lexus IS. 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 (373 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Lexus IS. (251 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Plymouth Trail Duster | 2011 Lexus IS | |
Make | Plymouth | Lexus |
Model | Trail Duster | IS |
Year Released | 1974 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5898 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 204 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1742 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4633 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1801 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1415 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2731 mm |