1969 Lotus Europa vs. 2000 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2000 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 31 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 2,801 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Volkswagen Passat (160 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1969 Lotus Europa. (78 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1969 Lotus Europa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 697 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, 2000 Volkswagen Passat (278 Nm) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm). This means 2000 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Lotus Europa | 2000 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Lotus | Volkswagen |
| Model | Europa | Passat |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1470 cc | 2801 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.6:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 612 kg | 1309 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1080 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2710 mm |
