1976 Plymouth Trail Duster vs. 1999 Renault Scenic
To start off, 1999 Renault Scenic is newer by 23 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 3,678 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Renault Scenic (104 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Renault Scenic should accelerate faster than 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster weights approximately 290 kg more than 1999 Renault Scenic.
Because 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Renault Scenic. 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 (238 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Renault Scenic. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Renault Scenic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster | 1999 Renault Scenic | |
| Make | Plymouth | Renault |
| Model | Trail Duster | Scenic |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3678 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 238 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2480 mm |
