2002 Audi R8 vs. 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster
To start off, 2002 Audi R8 is newer by 26 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, 2002 Audi R8 (610 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 447 more horse power than 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster. (163 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 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 2002 Audi R8.
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, 2002 Audi R8 (698 Nm) has 305 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster. (393 Nm). This means 2002 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Audi R8 | 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster | |
| Make | Audi | Plymouth |
| Model | R8 | Trail Duster |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 6555 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 610 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 698 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Drive Type | AWD | 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 | 2580 mm | 2700 mm |
