1974 Plymouth Trail Duster vs. 2006 Audi A4
To start off, 2006 Audi A4 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster would be higher. At 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A4 (222 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster weights approximately 305 kg more than 2006 Audi A4.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 Audi A4 (450 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster. (313 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Plymouth Trail Duster | 2006 Audi A4 | |
Make | Plymouth | Audi |
Model | Trail Duster | A4 |
Year Released | 1974 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5210 cc | 2967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 222 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 313 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2660 mm |