1968 Lotus Europa vs. 2008 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Touran is newer by 40 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Touran is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Touran (108 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1968 Lotus Europa. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Touran should accelerate faster than 1968 Lotus Europa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 956 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, 2008 Volkswagen Touran, 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, 2008 Volkswagen Touran (160 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Touran will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Lotus Europa | 2008 Volkswagen Touran | |
Make | Lotus | Volkswagen |
Model | Europa | Touran |
Year Released | 1968 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1470 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 103 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 13.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1566 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1080 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2680 mm |