1969 Lotus Europa vs. 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass 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 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass (160 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1969 Lotus Europa. (78 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 1969 Lotus Europa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 998 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 Oldsmobile Cutlass (380 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Lotus Europa | 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
| Make | Lotus | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Europa | Cutlass |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1972 |
| 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 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 612 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 5280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1080 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2960 mm |
