1974 Plymouth Trail Duster vs. 1979 Renault 18
To start off, 1979 Renault 18 is newer by 5 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 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 137 more horse power than 1979 Renault 18. (80 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster should accelerate faster than 1979 Renault 18. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster weights approximately 825 kg more than 1979 Renault 18. 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 1979 Renault 18. 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 311 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Renault 18. (136 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Renault 18.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Plymouth Trail Duster | 1979 Renault 18 | |
Make | Plymouth | Renault |
Model | Trail Duster | 18 |
Year Released | 1974 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7206 cc | 1647 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 80 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 136 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1025 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1410 mm |