1969 Lotus Europa vs. 1988 Opel Vectra
To start off, 1988 Opel Vectra 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 1,470 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Lotus Europa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Lotus Europa (78 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1988 Opel Vectra. (73 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Lotus Europa should accelerate faster than 1988 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Opel Vectra weights approximately 363 kg more than 1969 Lotus Europa.
Let's talk about torque, 1988 Opel Vectra (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Lotus Europa | 1988 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Lotus | Opel |
| Model | Europa | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1470 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 73 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 612 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1080 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 75 L |
