1969 Lotus Europa vs. 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 30 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 3,955 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee (187 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1969 Lotus Europa. (78 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1969 Lotus Europa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 1188 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, 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee (295 Nm @ 3050 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Lotus Europa | 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | Lotus | Jeep |
| Model | Europa | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1470 cc | 3955 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 295 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3050 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 98.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 86.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 612 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1080 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 87 L |
