1971 Dodge Dart vs. 2005 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2005 Lotus Exige is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Dodge Dart. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Dodge Dart would be higher. At 3,249 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lotus Exige (240 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1971 Dodge Dart. (100 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 1971 Dodge Dart.
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, 2005 Lotus Exige (237 Nm @ 7000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Dodge Dart. (217 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Lotus Exige will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Dodge Dart.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Dodge Dart | 2005 Lotus Exige | |
Make | Dodge | Lotus |
Model | Dart | Exige |
Year Released | 1971 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3249 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 237 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.5 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 85 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1160 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2310 mm |