1976 Plymouth Trail Duster vs. 2008 Renault Thalia
To start off, 2008 Renault Thalia is newer by 32 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) has 59 more horse power than 2008 Renault Thalia. (104 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Thalia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster weights approximately 820 kg more than 2008 Renault Thalia. 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 2008 Renault Thalia. 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) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Thalia. (148 Nm). This means 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Thalia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster | 2008 Renault Thalia | |
| Make | Plymouth | Renault |
| Model | Trail Duster | Thalia |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6555 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 104 HP |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4261 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1639 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1439 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2473 mm |
