1969 Lotus Europa vs. 2012 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2012 Nissan Armada is newer by 43 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 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Armada (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 239 more horse power than 1969 Lotus Europa. (78 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1969 Lotus Europa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Armada weights approximately 1894 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, 2012 Nissan Armada (521 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 418 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Lotus Europa | 2012 Nissan Armada | |
| Make | Lotus | Nissan |
| Model | Europa | Armada |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1470 cc | 5600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 521 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 612 kg | 2506 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 5276 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 2014 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1080 mm | 1961 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 3129 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 106 L |
