2004 Audi TT vs. 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster
To start off, 2004 Audi TT is newer by 28 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, 2004 Audi TT (178 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster. (163 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi TT 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 400 kg more than 2004 Audi TT.
Because 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Audi TT. 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 153 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi TT. (240 Nm). This means 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi TT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi TT | 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster | |
| Make | Audi | Plymouth |
| Model | TT | Trail Duster |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1754 cc | 6555 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2700 mm |
