1969 Lotus Europa vs. 2008 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2008 Toyota RAV4 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 2,231 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota RAV4 (134 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1969 Lotus Europa. (78 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1969 Lotus Europa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 1048 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 Toyota RAV4 (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Lotus Europa | 2008 Toyota RAV4 | |
Make | Lotus | Toyota |
Model | Europa | RAV4 |
Year Released | 1969 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1470 cc | 2231 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 78 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 103 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 16.9:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 612 kg | 1660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1080 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |