1979 Plymouth Trail Duster vs. 2010 Renault Symbol
To start off, 2010 Renault Symbol is newer by 31 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, 1979 Plymouth Trail Duster (108 HP) has 11 more horse power than 2010 Renault Symbol. (97 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Plymouth Trail Duster should accelerate faster than 2010 Renault Symbol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Plymouth Trail Duster weights approximately 615 kg more than 2010 Renault Symbol. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Plymouth Trail Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Renault Symbol. 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) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Renault Symbol. (127 Nm). This means 1979 Plymouth Trail Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Renault Symbol.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Plymouth Trail Duster | 2010 Renault Symbol | |
| Make | Plymouth | Renault |
| Model | Trail Duster | Symbol |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3678 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 97 HP |
| Torque | 238 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 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 |
