1988 Ford Tempo vs. 1969 Lotus Europa
To start off, 1988 Ford Tempo 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 2,307 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Ford Tempo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ford Tempo (97 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1969 Lotus Europa. (78 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ford Tempo should accelerate faster than 1969 Lotus Europa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ford Tempo weights approximately 538 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 Ford Tempo (175 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 Ford Tempo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ford Tempo | 1969 Lotus Europa | |
| Make | Ford | Lotus |
| Model | Tempo | Europa |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2307 cc | 1470 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.6 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 612 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2340 mm |
