1984 Ford Sierra vs. 1969 Lotus Europa
To start off, 1984 Ford Sierra 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 2,304 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Ford Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Lotus Europa (78 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1984 Ford Sierra. (66 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Lotus Europa should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Ford Sierra weights approximately 623 kg more than 1969 Lotus Europa.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Ford Sierra (140 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1984 Ford Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Sierra | 1969 Lotus Europa | |
| Make | Ford | Lotus |
| Model | Sierra | Europa |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2304 cc | 1470 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 612 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 45 L |
