2005 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster
To start off, 2005 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 31 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, 2005 Mitsubishi Galant (230 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster. (173 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster weights approximately 185 kg more than 2005 Mitsubishi Galant.
Because 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mitsubishi Galant. 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 (373 Nm) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi Galant. (339 Nm). This means 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mitsubishi Galant | 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Plymouth |
| Model | Galant | Trail Duster |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3835 cc | 5898 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2700 mm |
