1982 Ford Granada vs. 1969 Lotus Europa
To start off, 1982 Ford Granada 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 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Lotus Europa (78 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1982 Ford Granada. (69 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Lotus Europa should accelerate faster than 1982 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Ford Granada weights approximately 758 kg more than 1969 Lotus Europa.
Let's talk about torque, 1982 Ford Granada (148 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1982 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ford Granada | 1969 Lotus Europa | |
| Make | Ford | Lotus |
| Model | Granada | Europa |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1470 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 612 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 45 L |
