1989 Ford Capri vs. 1969 Lotus Europa
To start off, 1989 Ford Capri is newer by 20 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ford Capri (134 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1969 Lotus Europa. (78 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 1969 Lotus Europa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ford Capri weights approximately 480 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, 1989 Ford Capri (183 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ford Capri | 1969 Lotus Europa | |
| Make | Ford | Lotus |
| Model | Capri | Europa |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1470 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.9:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1092 kg | 612 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2340 mm |
