1974 Plymouth Trail Duster vs. 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer 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 7,206 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer (237 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster. (217 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer 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 230 kg more than 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer.
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 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer. (343 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Plymouth Trail Duster | 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
Make | Plymouth | Mitsubishi |
Model | Trail Duster | Lancer |
Year Released | 1974 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7206 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 237 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1620 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4582 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1763 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1516 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2634 mm |