1969 Lotus Europa vs. 2004 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2004 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 35 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 2,616 cc, 2004 Mazda RX-8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda RX-8 (189 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1969 Lotus Europa. (78 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 1969 Lotus Europa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda RX-8 weights approximately 780 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, 2004 Mazda RX-8 (220 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Mazda RX-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Lotus Europa | 2004 Mazda RX-8 | |
| Make | Lotus | Mazda |
| Model | Europa | RX-8 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1470 cc | 2616 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 612 kg | 1392 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1080 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 61 L |
