1999 Audi S8 vs. 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster
To start off, 1999 Audi S8 is newer by 25 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 6,555 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Audi S8 (247 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster. (182 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi S8 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 70 kg more than 1999 Audi S8.
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, 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster (414 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Audi S8. (330 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Audi S8.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Audi S8 | 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster | |
Make | Audi | Plymouth |
Model | S8 | Trail Duster |
Year Released | 1999 | 1974 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4170 cc | 6555 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 414 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Drive Type | AWD | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2700 mm |