1969 Lotus Europa vs. 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 3,431 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser (97 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1969 Lotus Europa. (78 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1969 Lotus Europa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1258 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 Toyota Land Cruiser (230 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Lotus Europa | 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Lotus | Toyota |
Model | Europa | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 1969 | 1985 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1470 cc | 3431 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 78 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 103 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Vehicle Weight | 612 kg | 1870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1080 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2610 mm |