1969 Lotus Europa vs. 2010 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2010 Nissan Xterra is newer by 41 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Xterra (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1969 Lotus Europa. (78 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 1969 Lotus Europa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 1304 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, 2010 Nissan Xterra (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Xterra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Lotus Europa | 2010 Nissan Xterra | |
| Make | Lotus | Nissan |
| Model | Europa | Xterra |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1470 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 612 kg | 1916 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4539 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1080 mm | 1902 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 80 L |
