1976 Plymouth Trail Duster vs. 1991 Renault Clio
To start off, 1991 Renault Clio is newer by 15 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 104 more horse power than 1991 Renault Clio. (59 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster should accelerate faster than 1991 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster weights approximately 965 kg more than 1991 Renault Clio. 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 1991 Renault Clio. 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 305 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Renault Clio. (88 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster | 1991 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Plymouth | Renault |
| Model | Trail Duster | Clio |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1991 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6555 cc | 1170 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1400 mm |
