1969 Lotus Europa vs. 1970 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser
To start off, 1970 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Lotus Europa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Lotus Europa would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser (160 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1969 Lotus Europa. (78 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1969 Lotus Europa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser weights approximately 1333 kg more than 1969 Lotus Europa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser (380 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1970 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Lotus Europa | 1970 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser | |
| Make | Lotus | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Europa | Vista Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1470 cc | 5736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 103.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 85.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 612 kg | 1945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1080 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 3080 mm |
