1991 Ford Aerostar vs. 1969 Lotus Europa
To start off, 1991 Ford Aerostar 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Ford Aerostar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Ford Aerostar (143 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1969 Lotus Europa. (78 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ford Aerostar should accelerate faster than 1969 Lotus Europa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Ford Aerostar weights approximately 798 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 Ford Aerostar (224 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1991 Ford Aerostar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Ford Aerostar | 1969 Lotus Europa | |
| Make | Ford | Lotus |
| Model | Aerostar | Europa |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1470 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.7 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 612 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2340 mm |
