1968 Lotus Europa vs. 1984 Plymouth Horizon
To start off, 1984 Plymouth Horizon is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Lotus Europa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Lotus Europa would be higher. At 1,592 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Plymouth Horizon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Lotus Europa (76 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1984 Plymouth Horizon. (62 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Lotus Europa should accelerate faster than 1984 Plymouth Horizon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Plymouth Horizon weights approximately 370 kg more than 1968 Lotus Europa.
Because 1968 Lotus Europa is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Lotus Europa. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Plymouth Horizon, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1984 Plymouth Horizon (117 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1984 Plymouth Horizon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Lotus Europa | 1984 Plymouth Horizon | |
Make | Lotus | Plymouth |
Model | Europa | Horizon |
Year Released | 1968 | 1984 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1470 cc | 1592 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 103 Nm | 117 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1080 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2530 mm |