1966 Lotus Europa vs. 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 47 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 6,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee (459 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 383 more horse power than 1966 Lotus Europa. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1966 Lotus Europa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 1726 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, 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee (630 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 527 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Lotus Europa | 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | Lotus | Jeep |
| Model | Europa | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1468 cc | 6400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 459 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 630 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 94 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 2336 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4859 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 2156 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1080 mm | 1756 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2916 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 93 L |
