1992 Buick Regal vs. 1969 Lotus Europa
To start off, 1992 Buick Regal is newer by 23 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 2,844 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Buick Regal (170 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1969 Lotus Europa. (78 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 1969 Lotus Europa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Buick Regal weights approximately 728 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, 1992 Buick Regal (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Buick Regal | 1969 Lotus Europa | |
Make | Buick | Lotus |
Model | Regal | Europa |
Year Released | 1992 | 1969 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2844 cc | 1470 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 78 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 103 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 612 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1080 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2340 mm |