1966 Lotus Europa vs. 1974 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 1974 Mercury Cougar is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Lotus Europa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Lotus Europa would be higher. At 5,764 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Mercury Cougar (152 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1966 Lotus Europa. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 1966 Lotus Europa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 1420 kg more than 1966 Lotus Europa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Mercury Cougar (377 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 274 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1974 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Lotus Europa | 1974 Mercury Cougar | |
Make | Lotus | Mercury |
Model | Europa | Cougar |
Year Released | 1966 | 1974 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1468 cc | 5764 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 152 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 103 Nm | 377 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 2030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 5480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1080 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2910 mm |