2006 Lexus LX vs. 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster
To start off, 2006 Lexus LX is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster would be higher. At 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Lexus LX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lexus LX (275 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lexus LX should accelerate faster than 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lexus LX weights approximately 150 kg more than 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2006 Lexus LX (450 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster. (238 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2006 Lexus LX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Lexus LX | 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster | |
Make | Lexus | Plymouth |
Model | LX | Trail Duster |
Year Released | 2006 | 1976 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4700 cc | 3678 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 275 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 238 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2700 mm |