1969 Lotus Europa vs. 2008 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2008 SsangYong Rexton is newer by 39 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 2,872 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 SsangYong Rexton (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1969 Lotus Europa. (78 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 1969 Lotus Europa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 1239 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, 2008 SsangYong Rexton (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Lotus Europa | 2008 SsangYong Rexton | |
Make | Lotus | SsangYong |
Model | Europa | Rexton |
Year Released | 1969 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1470 cc | 2872 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 78 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 103 Nm | 256 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 92.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 22.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 612 kg | 1851 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1080 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 80 L |