1968 Lotus Europa vs. 2005 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Bora is newer by 37 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 1,786 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Bora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Bora (150 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1968 Lotus Europa. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Bora should accelerate faster than 1968 Lotus Europa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Bora weights approximately 670 kg more than 1968 Lotus Europa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Volkswagen Bora, 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, 2005 Volkswagen Bora (211 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Lotus Europa | 2005 Volkswagen Bora | |
Make | Lotus | Volkswagen |
Model | Europa | Bora |
Year Released | 1968 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1470 cc | 1786 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 103 Nm | 211 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1080 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |