1969 Lotus Europa vs. 2008 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2008 Toyota Sequoia 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 5,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Sequoia (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 303 more horse power than 1969 Lotus Europa. (78 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 1969 Lotus Europa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 772 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 Sequoia (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 441 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Sequoia 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 Sequoia | |
| Make | Lotus | Toyota |
| Model | Europa | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1470 cc | 5663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 381 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 544 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 612 kg | 1384 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 5220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1080 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 3110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 100 L |
