1969 Lotus Europa vs. 1989 Mitsubishi Debonair
To start off, 1989 Mitsubishi Debonair is newer by 20 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 (6 cylinders), 1989 Mitsubishi Debonair is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Mitsubishi Debonair (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1969 Lotus Europa. (78 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Mitsubishi Debonair should accelerate faster than 1969 Lotus Europa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Mitsubishi Debonair weights approximately 788 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, 1989 Mitsubishi Debonair (171 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Mitsubishi Debonair will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Lotus Europa | 1989 Mitsubishi Debonair | |
| Make | Lotus | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Europa | Debonair |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1470 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 612 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1080 mm | 1450 mm |
