1975 Plymouth Trail Duster vs. 1987 Renault 21
To start off, 1987 Renault 21 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Plymouth Trail Duster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Plymouth Trail Duster would be higher. At 3,678 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Plymouth Trail Duster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Plymouth Trail Duster (101 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1987 Renault 21. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Plymouth Trail Duster should accelerate faster than 1987 Renault 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Plymouth Trail Duster weights approximately 660 kg more than 1987 Renault 21. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 Plymouth Trail Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Renault 21. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 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, 1975 Plymouth Trail Duster (237 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Renault 21. (130 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1975 Plymouth Trail Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Renault 21.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Plymouth Trail Duster | 1987 Renault 21 | |
Make | Plymouth | Renault |
Model | Trail Duster | 21 |
Year Released | 1975 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3678 cc | 1721 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 237 Nm | 130 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1615 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 |