1969 Lotus Europa vs. 2013 Honda Ridgeline
To start off, 2013 Honda Ridgeline is newer by 44 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Honda Ridgeline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda Ridgeline (247 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1969 Lotus Europa. (78 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 1969 Lotus Europa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Ridgeline weights approximately 1453 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, 2013 Honda Ridgeline (335 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Honda Ridgeline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Lotus Europa | 2013 Honda Ridgeline | |
Make | Lotus | Honda |
Model | Europa | Ridgeline |
Year Released | 1969 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1470 cc | 3471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 78 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 103 Nm | 335 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 612 kg | 2065 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 5255 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1976 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1080 mm | 1808 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 3100 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 83 L |