1969 Lotus Seven vs. 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster
To start off, 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Lotus Seven. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Lotus Seven would be higher. At 6,555 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster (182 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1969 Lotus Seven. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster should accelerate faster than 1969 Lotus Seven. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster weights approximately 1244 kg more than 1969 Lotus Seven. 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 1969 Lotus Seven. 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, 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster (414 Nm) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Lotus Seven. (123 Nm). This means 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Lotus Seven.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Lotus Seven | 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster | |
Make | Lotus | Plymouth |
Model | Seven | Trail Duster |
Year Released | 1969 | 1974 |
Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1558 cc | 6555 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 414 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 576 kg | 1820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3380 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 950 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2700 mm |