1968 Lotus Europa vs. 2013 Volvo S60
To start off, 2013 Volvo S60 is newer by 45 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo S60 (296 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 220 more horse power than 1968 Lotus Europa. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 1968 Lotus Europa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo S60 weights approximately 1123 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 2013 Volvo S60 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Lotus Europa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S60 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, 2013 Volvo S60 (441 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 338 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Lotus Europa | 2013 Volvo S60 | |
Make | Lotus | Volvo |
Model | Europa | S60 |
Year Released | 1968 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1470 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 6 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 103 Nm | 441 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1733 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4628 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 2097 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1080 mm | 1484 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2776 mm |