1969 Lotus Europa vs. 1974 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1974 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 5 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 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Lotus Europa (78 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1974 Volkswagen Passat. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Lotus Europa should accelerate faster than 1974 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 308 kg more than 1969 Lotus Europa.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Volkswagen Passat (121 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1974 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Lotus Europa | 1974 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Lotus | Volkswagen |
Model | Europa | Passat |
Year Released | 1969 | 1974 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1470 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 78 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 103 Nm | 121 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 612 kg | 920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1080 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2480 mm |