1980 Plymouth Trail Duster vs. 2000 Renault Megane
To start off, 2000 Renault Megane is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Plymouth Trail Duster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Plymouth Trail Duster would be higher. At 3,678 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Plymouth Trail Duster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Plymouth Trail Duster (108 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2000 Renault Megane. (94 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Plymouth Trail Duster should accelerate faster than 2000 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Plymouth Trail Duster weights approximately 535 kg more than 2000 Renault Megane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Plymouth Trail Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Renault Megane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 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, 1980 Plymouth Trail Duster (237 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Renault Megane. (127 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1980 Plymouth Trail Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Plymouth Trail Duster | 2000 Renault Megane | |
Make | Plymouth | Renault |
Model | Trail Duster | Megane |
Year Released | 1980 | 2000 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3678 cc | 1397 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 237 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 3940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2480 mm |