1969 Lotus Europa vs. 2001 Oldsmobile Bravada
To start off, 2001 Oldsmobile Bravada 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 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Oldsmobile Bravada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Oldsmobile Bravada (272 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1969 Lotus Europa. (78 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Oldsmobile Bravada should accelerate faster than 1969 Lotus Europa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Oldsmobile Bravada weights approximately 1388 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 Oldsmobile Bravada (373 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Oldsmobile Bravada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Lotus Europa | 2001 Oldsmobile Bravada | |
| Make | Lotus | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Europa | Bravada |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1470 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 272 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 102 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 612 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1080 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 76 L |
