1993 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster
To start off, 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 19 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 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster should accelerate faster than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster weights approximately 709 kg more than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer. 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 (313 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer. (137 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer | 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Plymouth |
| Model | Lancer | Trail Duster |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 5210 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 313 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2700 mm |
