1974 Plymouth Trail Duster vs. 1994 Renault 21
To start off, 1994 Renault 21 is newer by 20 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 142 more horse power than 1994 Renault 21. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster should accelerate faster than 1994 Renault 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster weights approximately 895 kg more than 1994 Renault 21. 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 1994 Renault 21. 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 318 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Renault 21. (129 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Renault 21.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Plymouth Trail Duster | 1994 Renault 21 | |
Make | Plymouth | Renault |
Model | Trail Duster | 21 |
Year Released | 1974 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7206 cc | 1719 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 129 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2550 mm |