1969 Lotus Europa vs. 2005 Saab 9-2x
To start off, 2005 Saab 9-2x 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 2,458 cc, 2005 Saab 9-2x is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Saab 9-2x (173 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1969 Lotus Europa. (78 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Saab 9-2x should accelerate faster than 1969 Lotus Europa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Saab 9-2x weights approximately 781 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 Saab 9-2x (225 Nm) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm). This means 2005 Saab 9-2x will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Lotus Europa | 2005 Saab 9-2x | |
| Make | Lotus | Saab |
| Model | Europa | 9-2x |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1470 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 612 kg | 1393 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1080 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |
