1969 Lotus Europa vs. 1985 Volvo 780
To start off, 1985 Volvo 780 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 2,383 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Volvo 780 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Volvo 780 (127 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1969 Lotus Europa. (78 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Volvo 780 should accelerate faster than 1969 Lotus Europa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Volvo 780 weights approximately 858 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 Volvo 780 (250 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1985 Volvo 780 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Lotus Europa | 1985 Volvo 780 | |
| Make | Lotus | Volvo |
| Model | Europa | 780 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1470 cc | 2383 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 23.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 612 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1080 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 80 L |
