1970 Chrysler Dodge Phoenix vs. 2010 Lotus Exige

To start off, 2010 Lotus Exige is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Chrysler Dodge Phoenix. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Chrysler Dodge Phoenix would be higher. At 5,211 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Chrysler Dodge Phoenix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Lotus Exige (425 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 1970 Chrysler Dodge Phoenix. (227 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 1970 Chrysler Dodge Phoenix. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lotus Exige weights approximately 321 kg more than 1970 Chrysler Dodge Phoenix. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2010 Lotus Exige (489 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Chrysler Dodge Phoenix. (462 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 Lotus Exige will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Chrysler Dodge Phoenix.

Compare all specifications:

1970 Chrysler Dodge Phoenix 2010 Lotus Exige
Make Chrysler Lotus
Model Dodge Phoenix Exige
Year Released 1970 2010
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 5211 cc 1800 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 227 HP 425 HP
Engine RPM 4400 RPM 7000 RPM
Torque 462 Nm 489 Nm
Torque RPM 2400 RPM 4750 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Vehicle Weight 1670 kg 1991 kg
Vehicle Length 5460 mm 5098 mm
Vehicle Width 2030 mm 1895 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1438 mm
Wheelbase Size 3060 mm 3063 mm


 

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