1991 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 1969 Lotus Europa
To start off, 1991 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 22 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 2,472 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Chevrolet Lumina (108 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1969 Lotus Europa. (78 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 1969 Lotus Europa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Chevrolet Lumina weights approximately 768 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, 1991 Chevrolet Lumina (183 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1991 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Chevrolet Lumina | 1969 Lotus Europa | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lotus |
| Model | Lumina | Europa |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2472 cc | 1470 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 612 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 45 L |
