1973 GMC Suburban vs. 1969 Lotus Europa
To start off, 1973 GMC Suburban is newer by 4 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 4,092 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 GMC Suburban (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1969 Lotus Europa. (78 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 1969 Lotus Europa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 GMC Suburban weights approximately 1588 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, 1973 GMC Suburban (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1973 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 GMC Suburban | 1969 Lotus Europa | |
| Make | GMC | Lotus |
| Model | Suburban | Europa |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1969 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4092 cc | 1470 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 242 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 612 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2340 mm |
