1969 Lotus Europa vs. 2001 Mercury Grand Marquis
To start off, 2001 Mercury Grand Marquis is newer by 32 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 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Mercury Grand Marquis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mercury Grand Marquis (209 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1969 Lotus Europa. (78 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mercury Grand Marquis should accelerate faster than 1969 Lotus Europa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 1220 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, 2001 Mercury Grand Marquis (359 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Lotus Europa | 2001 Mercury Grand Marquis | |
| Make | Lotus | Mercury |
| Model | Europa | Grand Marquis |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1470 cc | 4604 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 209 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 612 kg | 1832 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1080 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 72 L |
