2005 Audi A6 vs. 1980 Plymouth Trail Duster
To start off, 2005 Audi A6 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Plymouth Trail Duster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Plymouth Trail Duster would be higher. At 3,678 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Plymouth Trail Duster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A6 (255 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1980 Plymouth Trail Duster. (108 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1980 Plymouth Trail Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A6 weights approximately 180 kg more than 1980 Plymouth Trail Duster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Plymouth Trail Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Audi A6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 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, 2005 Audi A6 (320 Nm) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Plymouth Trail Duster. (237 Nm). This means 2005 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Plymouth Trail Duster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A6 | 1980 Plymouth Trail Duster | |
| Make | Audi | Plymouth |
| Model | A6 | Trail Duster |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 3678 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1795 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2700 mm |
