1977 Plymouth Trail Duster vs. 1974 Renault 12

To start off, 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Renault 12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Renault 12 would be higher. At 3,678 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1974 Renault 12. (53 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster should accelerate faster than 1974 Renault 12. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster weights approximately 715 kg more than 1974 Renault 12. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Renault 12. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1977 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, 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster (238 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Renault 12. (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Renault 12.

Compare all specifications:

1977 Plymouth Trail Duster 1974 Renault 12
Make Plymouth Renault
Model Trail Duster 12
Year Released 1977 1974
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3678 cc 1289 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 100 HP 53 HP
Engine RPM 3600 RPM 5250 RPM
Torque 238 Nm 94 Nm
Torque RPM 1600 RPM 3000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1615 kg 900 kg
Vehicle Length 4700 mm 4350 mm
Vehicle Width 2030 mm 1620 mm
Vehicle Height 1890 mm 1440 mm
Wheelbase Size 2700 mm 2440 mm


 

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