1996 Audi S6 vs. 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster
To start off, 1996 Audi S6 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster would be higher. At 4,170 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Audi S6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Audi S6 (335 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 235 more horse power than 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Audi S6 should accelerate faster than 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Audi S6 weights approximately 200 kg more than 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1996 Audi S6 (420 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster. (238 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1996 Audi S6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Audi S6 | 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster | |
Make | Audi | Plymouth |
Model | S6 | Trail Duster |
Year Released | 1996 | 1977 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4170 cc | 3678 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 238 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2700 mm |