1969 Lotus Europa vs. 1989 Volvo 244
To start off, 1989 Volvo 244 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 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Volvo 244 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Volvo 244 (96 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1969 Lotus Europa. (78 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Volvo 244 should accelerate faster than 1969 Lotus Europa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Volvo 244 weights approximately 684 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 Volvo 244 (157 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Volvo 244 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Lotus Europa | 1989 Volvo 244 | |
| Make | Lotus | Volvo |
| Model | Europa | 244 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1470 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 612 kg | 1296 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1080 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2660 mm |
