1969 Lotus Europa vs. 1977 Holden Kingswood
To start off, 1977 Holden Kingswood is newer by 8 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 4,141 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Holden Kingswood is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Holden Kingswood (158 HP @ 4550 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1969 Lotus Europa. (78 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Holden Kingswood should accelerate faster than 1969 Lotus Europa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Holden Kingswood weights approximately 768 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, 1977 Holden Kingswood (326 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1977 Holden Kingswood will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Lotus Europa | 1977 Holden Kingswood | |
| Make | Lotus | Holden |
| Model | Europa | Kingswood |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1470 cc | 4141 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4550 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 326 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 612 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1080 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2830 mm |
