1982 Plymouth Trail Duster vs. 1966 Renault Floride
To start off, 1982 Plymouth Trail Duster is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Renault Floride. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Renault Floride would be higher. At 3,678 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Plymouth Trail Duster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Plymouth Trail Duster (108 HP) has 57 more horse power than 1966 Renault Floride. (51 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Plymouth Trail Duster should accelerate faster than 1966 Renault Floride. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Plymouth Trail Duster weights approximately 790 kg more than 1966 Renault Floride. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1982 Plymouth Trail Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Renault Floride. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 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, 1982 Plymouth Trail Duster (237 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Renault Floride. (76 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1982 Plymouth Trail Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Renault Floride.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Plymouth Trail Duster | 1966 Renault Floride | |
| Make | Plymouth | Renault |
| Model | Trail Duster | Floride |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3678 cc | 1106 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 51 HP |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 76 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2270 mm |
