1969 Lotus Europa vs. 1987 Toyota Camry
To start off, 1987 Toyota Camry is newer by 18 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Toyota Camry (119 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1969 Lotus Europa. (78 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1969 Lotus Europa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Toyota Camry weights approximately 624 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, 1987 Toyota Camry (174 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Lotus Europa | 1987 Toyota Camry | |
Make | Lotus | Toyota |
Model | Europa | Camry |
Year Released | 1969 | 1987 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1470 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 78 HP | 119 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 103 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 8.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 612 kg | 1236 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1080 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2610 mm |