1977 Plymouth Trail Duster vs. 2008 Renault Megane
To start off, 2008 Renault Megane is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster would be higher. At 3,678 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Renault Megane (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster. (108 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster weights approximately 290 kg more than 2008 Renault Megane.
Because 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Renault Megane. 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, 2008 Renault Megane (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster. (238 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster | 2008 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Plymouth | Renault |
| Model | Trail Duster | Megane |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3678 cc | 1869 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 238 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2630 mm |
