1966 Lotus Europa vs. 2010 Land Rover LR2
To start off, 2010 Land Rover LR2 is newer by 44 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 3,200 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Land Rover LR2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Land Rover LR2 (230 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1966 Lotus Europa. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Land Rover LR2 should accelerate faster than 1966 Lotus Europa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Land Rover LR2 weights approximately 1320 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, 2010 Land Rover LR2 (317 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Land Rover LR2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Lotus Europa | 2010 Land Rover LR2 | |
Make | Lotus | Land Rover |
Model | Europa | LR2 |
Year Released | 1966 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1468 cc | 3200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 103 Nm | 317 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4498 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1908 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1080 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2659 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |