1985 Ford RS 200 vs. 1969 Lotus Europa
To start off, 1985 Ford RS 200 is newer by 16 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 1,804 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Ford RS 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ford RS 200 (247 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1969 Lotus Europa. (78 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ford RS 200 should accelerate faster than 1969 Lotus Europa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Ford RS 200 weights approximately 568 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, 1985 Ford RS 200 (293 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1985 Ford RS 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ford RS 200 | 1969 Lotus Europa | |
| Make | Ford | Lotus |
| Model | RS 200 | Europa |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1804 cc | 1470 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.7 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 612 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 116 L | 45 L |
