1966 Lotus Europa vs. 1987 Ford Tempo
To start off, 1987 Ford Tempo is newer by 21 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 2,307 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Ford Tempo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ford Tempo (89 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1966 Lotus Europa. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ford Tempo should accelerate faster than 1966 Lotus Europa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ford Tempo weights approximately 495 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, 1987 Ford Tempo (170 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 Ford Tempo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Lotus Europa | 1987 Ford Tempo | |
| Make | Lotus | Ford |
| Model | Europa | Tempo |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1468 cc | 2307 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1080 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2540 mm |
