1968 Lotus Europa vs. 1996 Suzuki Escudo
To start off, 1996 Suzuki Escudo is newer by 28 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 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Suzuki Escudo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Lotus Europa (76 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1996 Suzuki Escudo. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Lotus Europa should accelerate faster than 1996 Suzuki Escudo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Suzuki Escudo weights approximately 50 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, 1996 Suzuki Escudo, 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, 1996 Suzuki Escudo (156 Nm) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm). This means 1996 Suzuki Escudo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Lotus Europa | 1996 Suzuki Escudo | |
| Make | Lotus | Suzuki |
| Model | Europa | Escudo |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1470 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1080 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2370 mm |
