1976 Plymouth Trail Duster vs. 1986 Renault 11
To start off, 1986 Renault 11 is newer by 10 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 48 more horse power than 1986 Renault 11. (115 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster should accelerate faster than 1986 Renault 11. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster weights approximately 915 kg more than 1986 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 1986 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 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Renault 11. (165 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Renault 11.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster | 1986 Renault 11 | |
| Make | Plymouth | Renault |
| Model | Trail Duster | 11 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6555 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2410 mm |
