2008 Mitsubishi Space Star vs. 1975 Plymouth Trail Duster
To start off, 2008 Mitsubishi Space Star is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Plymouth Trail Duster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Plymouth Trail Duster would be higher. At 3,678 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Plymouth Trail Duster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mitsubishi Space Star (110 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1975 Plymouth Trail Duster. (101 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mitsubishi Space Star should accelerate faster than 1975 Plymouth Trail Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Plymouth Trail Duster weights approximately 445 kg more than 2008 Mitsubishi Space Star.
Because 1975 Plymouth Trail Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Mitsubishi Space Star. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 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, 1975 Plymouth Trail Duster (237 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mitsubishi Space Star. (157 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1975 Plymouth Trail Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mitsubishi Space Star.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mitsubishi Space Star | 1975 Plymouth Trail Duster | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Plymouth |
| Model | Space Star | Trail Duster |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1834 cc | 3678 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2700 mm |
