1980 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1969 Lotus Europa
To start off, 1980 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 11 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 5,765 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 Chevrolet Corvette (380 Nm) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm). This means 1980 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Chevrolet Corvette | 1969 Lotus Europa | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lotus |
| Model | Corvette | Europa |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5765 cc | 1470 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 78 HP |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2340 mm |
