1969 Lotus Europa vs. 1982 Mercury LN7
To start off, 1982 Mercury LN7 is newer by 13 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Mercury LN7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Lotus Europa (78 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1982 Mercury LN7. (70 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Lotus Europa should accelerate faster than 1982 Mercury LN7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Mercury LN7 weights approximately 366 kg more than 1969 Lotus Europa.
Let's talk about torque, 1982 Mercury LN7 (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1982 Mercury LN7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Lotus Europa | 1982 Mercury LN7 | |
Make | Lotus | Mercury |
Model | Europa | LN7 |
Year Released | 1969 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1470 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 78 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 103 Nm | 121 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 8.8:1 |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 612 kg | 978 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1080 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2400 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 43 L |