1969 Lotus Europa vs. 1986 Pontiac Grand Safari
To start off, 1986 Pontiac Grand Safari is newer by 17 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 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Pontiac Grand Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Pontiac Grand Safari (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1969 Lotus Europa. (78 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Pontiac Grand Safari should accelerate faster than 1969 Lotus Europa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Pontiac Grand Safari weights approximately 1188 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, 1986 Pontiac Grand Safari (325 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 Pontiac Grand Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Lotus Europa | 1986 Pontiac Grand Safari | |
Make | Lotus | Pontiac |
Model | Europa | Grand Safari |
Year Released | 1969 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1470 cc | 4942 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 78 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 103 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 101.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 76.2 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 612 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 5450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1080 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2950 mm |