1975 Plymouth Trail Duster vs. 2001 Renault Megane
To start off, 2001 Renault Megane is newer by 26 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, 2001 Renault Megane (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1975 Plymouth Trail Duster. (101 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 1975 Plymouth Trail Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Plymouth Trail Duster weights approximately 510 kg more than 2001 Renault Megane.
Because 1975 Plymouth Trail Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Renault Megane. 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 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Renault Megane. (200 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1975 Plymouth Trail Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Plymouth Trail Duster | 2001 Renault Megane | |
Make | Plymouth | Renault |
Model | Trail Duster | Megane |
Year Released | 1975 | 2001 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3678 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 111 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 237 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 3940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2480 mm |