1982 Ford Escort vs. 1969 Lotus Europa
To start off, 1982 Ford Escort is newer by 13 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Ford Escort (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1969 Lotus Europa. (78 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1969 Lotus Europa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Ford Escort weights approximately 312 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, 1982 Ford Escort (137 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1982 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ford Escort | 1969 Lotus Europa | |
| Make | Ford | Lotus |
| Model | Escort | Europa |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1470 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 924 kg | 612 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 45 L |
