1969 Lotus Europa vs. 1988 GMC Jimmy
To start off, 1988 GMC Jimmy is newer by 19 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 4,299 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 GMC Jimmy (158 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1969 Lotus Europa. (78 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 GMC Jimmy should accelerate faster than 1969 Lotus Europa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 838 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, 1988 GMC Jimmy (313 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Lotus Europa | 1988 GMC Jimmy | |
| Make | Lotus | GMC |
| Model | Europa | Jimmy |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1470 cc | 4299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 313 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 612 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1080 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2560 mm |
