2005 Mitsubishi Outlander vs. 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster
To start off, 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster would be higher. At 3,678 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster. (108 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander should accelerate faster than 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster weights approximately 45 kg more than 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander.
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, 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster (238 Nm) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander. (220 Nm). This means 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander | 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Plymouth |
| Model | Outlander | Trail Duster |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1977 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2477 cc | 3678 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 238 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2700 mm |
