1969 Lotus Europa vs. 2010 Volkswagen Routan
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Routan 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen Routan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Routan (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1969 Lotus Europa. (78 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Routan should accelerate faster than 1969 Lotus Europa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Routan weights approximately 1432 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 Volkswagen Routan (311 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Routan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Lotus Europa | 2010 Volkswagen Routan | |
| Make | Lotus | Volkswagen |
| Model | Europa | Routan |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1470 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 612 kg | 2044 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 5144 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1953 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1080 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 3078 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 78 L |
