1966 Lotus Europa vs. 1990 Volvo 780
To start off, 1990 Volvo 780 is newer by 24 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 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Volvo 780 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Volvo 780 (200 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1966 Lotus Europa. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Volvo 780 should accelerate faster than 1966 Lotus Europa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Volvo 780 weights approximately 970 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, 1990 Volvo 780 (143 Nm) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm). This means 1990 Volvo 780 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Lotus Europa | 1990 Volvo 780 | |
| Make | Lotus | Volvo |
| Model | Europa | 780 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1468 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 80 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1080 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2780 mm |
