1988 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1969 Lotus Europa
To start off, 1988 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 19 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 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Chevrolet Blazer (158 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1969 Lotus Europa. (78 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1969 Lotus Europa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 838 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, 1988 Chevrolet Blazer (312 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Chevrolet Blazer | 1969 Lotus Europa | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lotus |
| Model | Blazer | Europa |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1969 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 1470 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 612 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2340 mm |
