1979 Plymouth Trail Duster vs. 2003 Renault Megane
To start off, 2003 Renault Megane is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Plymouth Trail Duster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Plymouth Trail Duster would be higher. At 3,678 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Plymouth Trail Duster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Renault Megane (134 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1979 Plymouth Trail Duster. (108 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 1979 Plymouth Trail Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Plymouth Trail Duster weights approximately 185 kg more than 2003 Renault Megane.
Because 1979 Plymouth Trail Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Renault Megane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 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, 1979 Plymouth Trail Duster (238 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Renault Megane. (188 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1979 Plymouth Trail Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Plymouth Trail Duster | 2003 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Plymouth | Renault |
| Model | Trail Duster | Megane |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3678 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 238 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2620 mm |
