1969 Lotus Europa vs. 1990 Nissan Pintara
To start off, 1990 Nissan Pintara 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 1,974 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Nissan Pintara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Nissan Pintara (111 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1969 Lotus Europa. (78 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Nissan Pintara should accelerate faster than 1969 Lotus Europa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Nissan Pintara weights approximately 548 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 Nissan Pintara (168 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Nissan Pintara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Lotus Europa | 1990 Nissan Pintara | |
| Make | Lotus | Nissan |
| Model | Europa | Pintara |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1990 |
| Engine Size | 1470 cc | 1974 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 612 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1080 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2560 mm |
