1969 Lotus Europa vs. 2009 Volvo C30
To start off, 2009 Volvo C30 is newer by 40 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 1,560 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Volvo C30 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volvo C30 (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1969 Lotus Europa. (78 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volvo C30 should accelerate faster than 1969 Lotus Europa.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Volvo C30 (240 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Volvo C30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Lotus Europa | 2009 Volvo C30 | |
| Make | Lotus | Volvo |
| Model | Europa | C30 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1470 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 18.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1080 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |
