1978 Plymouth Trail Duster vs. 2010 Renault Sandero
To start off, 2010 Renault Sandero is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Plymouth Trail Duster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Plymouth Trail Duster would be higher. At 3,678 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Plymouth Trail Duster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Plymouth Trail Duster (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2010 Renault Sandero. (74 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Plymouth Trail Duster should accelerate faster than 2010 Renault Sandero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Plymouth Trail Duster weights approximately 504 kg more than 2010 Renault Sandero. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Plymouth Trail Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Renault Sandero. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 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, 1978 Plymouth Trail Duster (238 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Renault Sandero. (112 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1978 Plymouth Trail Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Renault Sandero.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Plymouth Trail Duster | 2010 Renault Sandero | |
Make | Plymouth | Renault |
Model | Trail Duster | Sandero |
Year Released | 1978 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3678 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 238 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1111 kg |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2600 mm |