1976 Plymouth Trail Duster vs. 1982 Renault 11
To start off, 1982 Renault 11 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster would be higher. At 6,555 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1982 Renault 11. (80 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster should accelerate faster than 1982 Renault 11. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster weights approximately 925 kg more than 1982 Renault 11. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Renault 11. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 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, 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster (393 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Renault 11. (136 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Renault 11.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Plymouth Trail Duster | 1982 Renault 11 | |
Make | Plymouth | Renault |
Model | Trail Duster | 11 |
Year Released | 1976 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6555 cc | 1721 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 80 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 136 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 895 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2490 mm |