2006 Audi A6 vs. 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster
To start off, 2006 Audi A6 is newer by 32 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 6,555 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A6 (335 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster. (182 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A6 weights approximately 60 kg more than 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 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, 2006 Audi A6 (420 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster. (414 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A6 | 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster | |
| Make | Audi | Plymouth |
| Model | A6 | Trail Duster |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4161 cc | 6555 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 414 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2700 mm |
