2004 Audi A6 vs. 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster
To start off, 2004 Audi A6 is newer by 30 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 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A6 (180 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A6 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 73 kg more than 2004 Audi A6.
Because 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Audi A6. 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 (313 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi A6. (235 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A6 | 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster | |
| Make | Audi | Plymouth |
| Model | A6 | Trail Duster |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 5210 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 313 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1662 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2700 mm |
