1983 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1969 Lotus Europa
To start off, 1983 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 14 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 5,010 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Chevrolet Blazer (163 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1969 Lotus Europa. (78 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1969 Lotus Europa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 1268 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, 1983 Chevrolet Blazer (326 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1983 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Chevrolet Blazer | 1969 Lotus Europa | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lotus |
| Model | Blazer | Europa |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1969 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5010 cc | 1470 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 326 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94.9 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 612 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2340 mm |
