1974 Plymouth Trail Duster vs. 2011 Renault Thalia
To start off, 2011 Renault Thalia is newer by 37 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) has 78 more horse power than 2011 Renault Thalia. (104 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster should accelerate faster than 2011 Renault Thalia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster weights approximately 820 kg more than 2011 Renault Thalia. 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 2011 Renault Thalia. 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) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Renault Thalia. (148 Nm). This means 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Renault Thalia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster | 2011 Renault Thalia | |
| Make | Plymouth | Renault |
| Model | Trail Duster | Thalia |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6555 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 104 HP |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4261 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1639 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1439 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2473 mm |
