1969 Lotus Europa vs. 1989 Volkswagen Corrado
To start off, 1989 Volkswagen Corrado 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Volkswagen Corrado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Volkswagen Corrado (134 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1969 Lotus Europa. (78 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Volkswagen Corrado should accelerate faster than 1969 Lotus Europa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Volkswagen Corrado weights approximately 478 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 Volkswagen Corrado (155 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Volkswagen Corrado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Lotus Europa | 1989 Volkswagen Corrado | |
| Make | Lotus | Volkswagen |
| Model | Europa | Corrado |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1470 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 612 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1080 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2480 mm |
