1969 Lotus Europa vs. 1997 Nissan Terrano II
To start off, 1997 Nissan Terrano II is newer by 28 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 2,389 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Nissan Terrano II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Nissan Terrano II (116 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1969 Lotus Europa. (78 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Nissan Terrano II should accelerate faster than 1969 Lotus Europa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Nissan Terrano II weights approximately 1013 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, 1997 Nissan Terrano II (198 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Nissan Terrano II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Lotus Europa | 1997 Nissan Terrano II | |
| Make | Lotus | Nissan |
| Model | Europa | Terrano II |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1470 cc | 2389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 612 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1080 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2470 mm |
