2001 Audi A2 vs. 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster
To start off, 2001 Audi A2 is newer by 27 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 7,206 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster (217 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 2001 Audi A2. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster should accelerate faster than 2001 Audi A2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster weights approximately 955 kg more than 2001 Audi A2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Audi A2. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 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, 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster (447 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 321 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Audi A2. (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Audi A2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi A2 | 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster | |
| Make | Audi | Plymouth |
| Model | A2 | Trail Duster |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1422 cc | 7206 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2700 mm |
