1981 Mazda 323 vs. 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster
To start off, 1981 Mazda 323 is newer by 7 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, 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster (173 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1981 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster should accelerate faster than 1981 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster weights approximately 950 kg more than 1981 Mazda 323. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster (373 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 294 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Mazda 323 | 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster | |
Make | Mazda | Plymouth |
Model | 323 | Trail Duster |
Year Released | 1981 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1069 cc | 5898 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 79 Nm | 373 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2700 mm |