1980 GMC Suburban vs. 1966 Lotus Europa
To start off, 1980 GMC Suburban is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Lotus Europa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Lotus Europa would be higher. At 4,092 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 GMC Suburban (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1966 Lotus Europa. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 1966 Lotus Europa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 GMC Suburban weights approximately 1620 kg more than 1966 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, 1980 GMC Suburban (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1980 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 GMC Suburban | 1966 Lotus Europa | |
| Make | GMC | Lotus |
| Model | Suburban | Europa |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1966 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4092 cc | 1468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2230 kg | 610 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 |
