1974 Plymouth Trail Duster vs. 1971 Renault 17
To start off, 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Renault 17. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Renault 17 would be higher. At 7,206 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster (217 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1971 Renault 17. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster should accelerate faster than 1971 Renault 17. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster weights approximately 795 kg more than 1971 Renault 17. 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 1971 Renault 17. 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 (447 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 314 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Renault 17. (133 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Renault 17.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Plymouth Trail Duster | 1971 Renault 17 | |
Make | Plymouth | Renault |
Model | Trail Duster | 17 |
Year Released | 1974 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7206 cc | 1565 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1055 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2440 mm |