1986 Ford Crown Victoria vs. 1966 Lotus Europa
To start off, 1986 Ford Crown Victoria is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Lotus Europa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Lotus Europa would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ford Crown Victoria (148 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1966 Lotus Europa. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ford Crown Victoria should accelerate faster than 1966 Lotus Europa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 1090 kg more than 1966 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, 1986 Ford Crown Victoria (366 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Ford Crown Victoria | 1966 Lotus Europa | |
Make | Ford | Lotus |
Model | Crown Victoria | Europa |
Year Released | 1986 | 1966 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1468 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 103 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1080 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2340 mm |