1969 Lotus Europa vs. 2010 Volvo XC60
To start off, 2010 Volvo XC60 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Volvo XC60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volvo XC60 (281 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1969 Lotus Europa. (78 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volvo XC60 should accelerate faster than 1969 Lotus Europa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volvo XC60 weights approximately 1281 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 Volvo XC60 (400 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 297 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Volvo XC60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Lotus Europa | 2010 Volvo XC60 | |
| Make | Lotus | Volvo |
| Model | Europa | XC60 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1470 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 281 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 612 kg | 1893 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1080 mm | 1712 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2774 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |
