1995 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster
To start off, 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 21 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 99 more horse power than 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster should accelerate faster than 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster weights approximately 860 kg more than 1995 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 (373 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Mitsubishi Lancer | 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Plymouth |
Model | Lancer | Trail Duster |
Year Released | 1995 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1299 cc | 5898 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 108 Nm | 373 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1800 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 |