1974 Plymouth Trail Duster vs. 2008 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2008 Renault Kangoo is newer by 34 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 123 more horse power than 2008 Renault Kangoo. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster weights approximately 475 kg more than 2008 Renault Kangoo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 299 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Kangoo. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster | 2008 Renault Kangoo | |
| Make | Plymouth | Renault |
| Model | Trail Duster | Kangoo |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7206 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2630 mm |
