1969 Lotus Europa vs. 1990 Mercury Capri
To start off, 1990 Mercury Capri is newer by 21 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 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Mercury Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Mercury Capri (100 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1969 Lotus Europa. (78 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mercury Capri should accelerate faster than 1969 Lotus Europa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Mercury Capri weights approximately 468 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, 1990 Mercury Capri (130 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Mercury Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Lotus Europa | 1990 Mercury Capri | |
| Make | Lotus | Mercury |
| Model | Europa | Capri |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1470 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 612 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1080 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2410 mm |
