1969 Lotus Europa vs. 1993 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 1993 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 24 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 2,197 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mercedes-Benz C (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1969 Lotus Europa. (78 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1969 Lotus Europa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 768 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, 1993 Mercedes-Benz C (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Lotus Europa | 1993 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Lotus | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Europa | C |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1470 cc | 2197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 86.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 612 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1080 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 62 L |
