1976 Plymouth Trail Duster vs. 2004 Renault Megane
To start off, 2004 Renault Megane is newer by 28 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 30 more horse power than 2004 Renault Megane. (133 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster should accelerate faster than 2004 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster weights approximately 430 kg more than 2004 Renault Megane. 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 2004 Renault Megane. 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 208 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Renault Megane. (185 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster | 2004 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Plymouth | Renault |
| Model | Trail Duster | Megane |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6555 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2740 mm |
