1969 Lotus Europa vs. 1981 Plymouth Trail Duster
To start off, 1981 Plymouth Trail Duster is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Lotus Europa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Lotus Europa would be higher. At 3,678 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Plymouth Trail Duster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Plymouth Trail Duster (108 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1969 Lotus Europa. (78 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Plymouth Trail Duster should accelerate faster than 1969 Lotus Europa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Plymouth Trail Duster weights approximately 1003 kg more than 1969 Lotus Europa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Plymouth Trail Duster (237 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1981 Plymouth Trail Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Lotus Europa | 1981 Plymouth Trail Duster | |
Make | Lotus | Plymouth |
Model | Europa | Trail Duster |
Year Released | 1969 | 1981 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1470 cc | 3678 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 78 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 103 Nm | 237 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 612 kg | 1615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1080 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2700 mm |