1969 Lotus Europa vs. 2008 Volvo C70
To start off, 2008 Volvo C70 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 2,319 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 Volvo C70 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volvo C70 weights approximately 1049 kg more than 1969 Lotus Europa.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Volvo C70 (330 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Volvo C70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Lotus Europa | 2008 Volvo C70 | |
| Make | Lotus | Volvo |
| Model | Europa | C70 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1470 cc | 2319 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 612 kg | 1661 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1080 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 68 L |
