1969 Lotus Europa vs. 1978 Opel Senator
To start off, 1978 Opel Senator is newer by 9 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 2,488 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Opel Senator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Opel Senator (136 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1969 Lotus Europa. (78 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Opel Senator should accelerate faster than 1969 Lotus Europa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Opel Senator weights approximately 178 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, 1978 Opel Senator (186 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1978 Opel Senator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Lotus Europa | 1978 Opel Senator | |
| Make | Lotus | Opel |
| Model | Europa | Senator |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1470 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 612 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1080 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2690 mm |
