1969 Lotus Europa vs. 1977 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 1977 Nissan Laurel 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 2,753 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Nissan Laurel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Nissan Laurel (129 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1969 Lotus Europa. (78 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Nissan Laurel should accelerate faster than 1969 Lotus Europa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Nissan Laurel weights approximately 678 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 Nissan Laurel (221 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1977 Nissan Laurel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Lotus Europa | 1977 Nissan Laurel | |
| Make | Lotus | Nissan |
| Model | Europa | Laurel |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1977 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1470 cc | 2753 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 612 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1080 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2680 mm |
