1969 Lotus Europa vs. 1999 Mercury Cougar

To start off, 1999 Mercury Cougar 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 2,530 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mercury Cougar (168 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1969 Lotus Europa. (78 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 1969 Lotus Europa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 732 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 Mercury Cougar (223 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Lotus Europa.

Compare all specifications:

1969 Lotus Europa 1999 Mercury Cougar
Make Lotus Mercury
Model Europa Cougar
Year Released 1969 1999
Body Type Coupe Coupe
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 1470 cc 2530 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 78 HP 168 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6250 RPM
Torque 103 Nm 223 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4250 RPM
Engine Bore Size 76 mm 82.4 mm
Engine Stroke Size 81 mm 79.5 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 612 kg 1344 kg
Vehicle Length 3980 mm 4710 mm
Vehicle Width 1640 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1080 mm 1330 mm
Wheelbase Size 2340 mm 2710 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 45 L 58 L


 

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