1974 Plymouth Trail Duster vs. 1999 Renault Laguna
To start off, 1999 Renault Laguna is newer by 25 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 6,555 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster (182 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1999 Renault Laguna. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster should accelerate faster than 1999 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster weights approximately 510 kg more than 1999 Renault Laguna. 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 1999 Renault Laguna. 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 (414 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Renault Laguna. (250 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Plymouth Trail Duster | 1999 Renault Laguna | |
Make | Plymouth | Renault |
Model | Trail Duster | Laguna |
Year Released | 1974 | 1999 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6555 cc | 1870 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 414 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2680 mm |