1977 Plymouth Trail Duster vs. 2001 Porsche 911
To start off, 2001 Porsche 911 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster would be higher. At 3,678 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Porsche 911 (315 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster. (108 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster weights approximately 270 kg more than 2001 Porsche 911.
Because 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1977 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, 2001 Porsche 911 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster. (238 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2001 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Plymouth Trail Duster | 2001 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Plymouth | Porsche |
Model | Trail Duster | 911 |
Year Released | 1977 | 2001 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3678 cc | 3596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 315 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 238 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1345 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 |