1969 Lotus Europa vs. 1996 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 1996 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 27 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 2,982 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota 4Runner (123 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1969 Lotus Europa. (78 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1969 Lotus Europa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 1238 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, 1996 Toyota 4Runner (295 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Lotus Europa | 1996 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Lotus | Toyota |
| Model | Europa | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1470 cc | 2982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 295 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 21.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 612 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
