1969 Lotus Europa vs. 2005 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2005 Nissan Titan is newer by 36 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 5,556 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Titan (305 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 1969 Lotus Europa. (78 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 1969 Lotus Europa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Titan weights approximately 1596 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, 2005 Nissan Titan (514 Nm) has 411 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Lotus Europa | 2005 Nissan Titan | |
| Make | Lotus | Nissan |
| Model | Europa | Titan |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1470 cc | 5556 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 514 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 612 kg | 2208 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1080 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 3560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 106 L |
