1969 Lotus Europa vs. 1994 Oldsmobile Bravada
To start off, 1994 Oldsmobile Bravada is newer by 25 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 4,298 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Oldsmobile Bravada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Oldsmobile Bravada (158 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1969 Lotus Europa. (78 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Oldsmobile Bravada should accelerate faster than 1969 Lotus Europa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Oldsmobile Bravada weights approximately 1178 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, 1994 Oldsmobile Bravada (312 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Oldsmobile Bravada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Lotus Europa | 1994 Oldsmobile Bravada | |
| Make | Lotus | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Europa | Bravada |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1470 cc | 4298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 612 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1080 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2720 mm |
