1969 Lotus Europa vs. 1985 Pontiac Grand Am
To start off, 1985 Pontiac Grand Am is newer by 16 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 2,471 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Pontiac Grand Am is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Pontiac Grand Am (90 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1969 Lotus Europa. (78 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Pontiac Grand Am should accelerate faster than 1969 Lotus Europa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Pontiac Grand Am weights approximately 518 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, 1985 Pontiac Grand Am (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1985 Pontiac Grand Am will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Lotus Europa | 1985 Pontiac Grand Am | |
Make | Lotus | Pontiac |
Model | Europa | Grand Am |
Year Released | 1969 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1470 cc | 2471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 78 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 103 Nm | 179 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 76.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 612 kg | 1130 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1080 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2630 mm |