1993 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1969 Lotus Europa
To start off, 1993 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 24 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 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Chevrolet Caprice (257 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1969 Lotus Europa. (78 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1969 Lotus Europa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 1238 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, 1993 Chevrolet Caprice (447 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 344 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Chevrolet Caprice | 1969 Lotus Europa | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lotus |
| Model | Caprice | Europa |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1470 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 257 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 612 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5440 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2340 mm |
