2006 Lotus Exige vs. 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster
To start off, 2006 Lotus Exige is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster would be higher. At 6,555 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lotus Exige (189 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster. (182 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster weights approximately 904 kg more than 2006 Lotus Exige.
Because 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Lotus Exige. 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 @ 2400 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Lotus Exige. (172 Nm @ 6750 RPM). This means 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Lotus Exige.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Lotus Exige | 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster | |
Make | Lotus | Plymouth |
Model | Exige | Trail Duster |
Year Released | 2006 | 1974 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1794 cc | 6555 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 189 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 172 Nm | 414 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 916 kg | 1820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2700 mm |