1997 Acura Integra vs. 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster
To start off, 1997 Acura Integra is newer by 23 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 10 more horse power than 1997 Acura Integra. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster should accelerate faster than 1997 Acura Integra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster weights approximately 565 kg more than 1997 Acura Integra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Acura Integra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 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, 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster (313 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Acura Integra. (172 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Acura Integra.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Acura Integra | 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster | |
Make | Acura | Plymouth |
Model | Integra | Trail Duster |
Year Released | 1997 | 1974 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1797 cc | 5210 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 172 Nm | 313 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2700 mm |