1969 Lotus Europa vs. 1972 Mercury Montego
To start off, 1972 Mercury Montego is newer by 3 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 5,752 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Mercury Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Mercury Montego (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1969 Lotus Europa. (78 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Mercury Montego should accelerate faster than 1969 Lotus Europa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Mercury Montego weights approximately 1373 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, 1972 Mercury Montego (374 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Lotus Europa | 1972 Mercury Montego | |
| Make | Lotus | Mercury |
| Model | Europa | Montego |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1470 cc | 5752 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 374 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 612 kg | 1985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1080 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 3000 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 78 L |
