1999 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster
To start off, 1999 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 25 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 34 more horse power than 1999 Mitsubishi Lancer. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster should accelerate faster than 1999 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1999 Mitsubishi Lancer (373 Nm) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster. (313 Nm). This means 1999 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mitsubishi Lancer | 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Plymouth |
| Model | Lancer | Trail Duster |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 5210 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 313 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2700 mm |
