1984 Ford Escort vs. 1969 Lotus Europa
To start off, 1984 Ford Escort is newer by 15 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), 1984 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 78 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Ford Escort (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1984 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Escort | 1969 Lotus Europa | |
| Make | Ford | Lotus |
| Model | Escort | Europa |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Convertible | 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 | 78 HP | 78 HP |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2340 mm |
