2006 Audi A4 vs. 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster

To start off, 2006 Audi A4 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster would be higher. At 3,678 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A4 (162 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster weights approximately 155 kg more than 2006 Audi A4.

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, 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster (238 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi A4. (225 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi A4.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Audi A4 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster
Make Audi Plymouth
Model A4 Trail Duster
Year Released 2006 1977
Body Type Sedan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1781 cc 3678 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 162 HP 100 HP
Engine RPM 5700 RPM 3600 RPM
Torque 225 Nm 238 Nm
Torque RPM 1950 RPM 1600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1460 kg 1615 kg
Vehicle Length 4550 mm 4700 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 2030 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1890 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2700 mm


 

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