1991 Audi S2 vs. 1979 Plymouth Trail Duster
To start off, 1991 Audi S2 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Plymouth Trail Duster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Plymouth Trail Duster would be higher. At 3,678 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Plymouth Trail Duster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Audi S2 (216 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1979 Plymouth Trail Duster. (108 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Audi S2 should accelerate faster than 1979 Plymouth Trail Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Plymouth Trail Duster weights approximately 195 kg more than 1991 Audi S2.
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, 1991 Audi S2 (309 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Plymouth Trail Duster. (238 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1991 Audi S2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Plymouth Trail Duster.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Audi S2 | 1979 Plymouth Trail Duster | |
Make | Audi | Plymouth |
Model | S2 | Trail Duster |
Year Released | 1991 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2226 cc | 3678 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 216 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 309 Nm | 238 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2700 mm |