2005 Audi S8 vs. 1980 Plymouth Trail Duster
To start off, 2005 Audi S8 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 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi S8 (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1980 Plymouth Trail Duster. (108 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 1980 Plymouth Trail Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi S8 weights approximately 155 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.
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 S8 (450 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Plymouth Trail Duster. (237 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Plymouth Trail Duster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi S8 | 1980 Plymouth Trail Duster | |
| Make | Audi | Plymouth |
| Model | S8 | Trail Duster |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 3678 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | AWD | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1615 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2700 mm |
