2000 Audi R8 vs. 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster
To start off, 2000 Audi R8 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster would be higher. At 6,555 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi R8 (237 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster. (163 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster weights approximately 1818 kg more than 2000 Audi R8.
Because 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Audi R8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster will offer significantly more control. 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, 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster (393 Nm) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Audi R8. (339 Nm). This means 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Audi R8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi R8 | 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster | |
| Make | Audi | Plymouth |
| Model | R8 | Trail Duster |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3595 cc | 6555 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 237 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2700 mm |
