1986 Lotus Esprit vs. 1981 Plymouth Trail Duster
To start off, 1986 Lotus Esprit is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Plymouth Trail Duster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Plymouth Trail Duster would be higher. At 3,678 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Plymouth Trail Duster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Lotus Esprit (215 HP) has 107 more horse power than 1981 Plymouth Trail Duster. (108 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1981 Plymouth Trail Duster.
Because 1981 Plymouth Trail Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Lotus Esprit. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 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, 1986 Lotus Esprit (405 Nm) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Plymouth Trail Duster. (237 Nm). This means 1986 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Plymouth Trail Duster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Lotus Esprit | 1981 Plymouth Trail Duster | |
| Make | Lotus | Plymouth |
| Model | Esprit | Trail Duster |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2174 cc | 3678 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 405 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2700 mm |
