1968 Lotus Europa vs. 2009 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2009 Nissan Murano is newer by 41 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Murano (231 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1968 Lotus Europa. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 1968 Lotus Europa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Murano weights approximately 1260 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 2009 Nissan Murano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Lotus Europa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Murano will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Nissan Murano (318 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Lotus Europa | 2009 Nissan Murano | |
| Make | Lotus | Nissan |
| Model | Europa | Murano |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1470 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 231 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1080 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 82 L |
