1981 Plymouth Trail Duster vs. 2005 Renault Clio
To start off, 2005 Renault Clio is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Plymouth Trail Duster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Plymouth Trail Duster would be higher. At 3,678 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Plymouth Trail Duster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Plymouth Trail Duster (108 HP) has 34 more horse power than 2005 Renault Clio. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Plymouth Trail Duster should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Plymouth Trail Duster weights approximately 525 kg more than 2005 Renault Clio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 Plymouth Trail Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Renault Clio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 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, 1981 Plymouth Trail Duster (237 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Clio. (105 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1981 Plymouth Trail Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Plymouth Trail Duster | 2005 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Plymouth | Renault |
| Model | Trail Duster | Clio |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3678 cc | 1149 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2690 mm |
