1974 Plymouth Trail Duster vs. 2011 Audi R8
To start off, 2011 Audi R8 is newer by 37 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, 2011 Audi R8 (420 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 272 more horse power than 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster.
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, 2011 Audi R8 (430 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster. (313 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 Audi R8 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 | 2011 Audi R8 | |
| Make | Plymouth | Audi |
| Model | Trail Duster | R8 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 4200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 420 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 313 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4435 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1245 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2649 mm |
