2006 Audi S4 vs. 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster
To start off, 2006 Audi S4 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 S4 (339 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster. (182 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster weights approximately 545 kg more than 2006 Audi S4.
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, 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster (414 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi S4. (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi S4.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Audi S4 | 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster | |
Make | Audi | Plymouth |
Model | S4 | Trail Duster |
Year Released | 2006 | 1974 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4162 cc | 6555 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 339 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 414 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2700 mm |