2003 Audi Nuvolari Quattro vs. 1981 Plymouth Trail Duster
To start off, 2003 Audi Nuvolari Quattro is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Plymouth Trail Duster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Plymouth Trail Duster would be higher. At 4,961 cc (10 cylinders), 2003 Audi Nuvolari Quattro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Audi Nuvolari Quattro (591 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 483 more horse power than 1981 Plymouth Trail Duster. (108 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Audi Nuvolari Quattro should accelerate faster than 1981 Plymouth Trail Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Plymouth Trail Duster weights approximately 715 kg more than 2003 Audi Nuvolari Quattro.
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, 2003 Audi Nuvolari Quattro (750 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 513 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Plymouth Trail Duster. (237 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Audi Nuvolari Quattro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Plymouth Trail Duster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Audi Nuvolari Quattro | 1981 Plymouth Trail Duster | |
| Make | Audi | Plymouth |
| Model | Nuvolari Quattro | Trail Duster |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4961 cc | 3678 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 591 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 750 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2700 mm |
