1966 Lotus Europa vs. 2008 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2008 Mercury Sable is newer by 42 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 3,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercury Sable (260 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 1966 Lotus Europa. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 1966 Lotus Europa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercury Sable weights approximately 1222 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, 2008 Mercury Sable (332 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Lotus Europa | 2008 Mercury Sable | |
| Make | Lotus | Mercury |
| Model | Europa | Sable |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1468 cc | 3495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1832 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1080 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 78 L |
