1994 Chevrolet Cavalier vs. 1969 Lotus Europa
To start off, 1994 Chevrolet Cavalier is newer by 25 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 2,190 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Chevrolet Cavalier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Chevrolet Cavalier (120 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1969 Lotus Europa. (78 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Chevrolet Cavalier should accelerate faster than 1969 Lotus Europa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Chevrolet Cavalier weights approximately 575 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, 1994 Chevrolet Cavalier (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Chevrolet Cavalier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Chevrolet Cavalier | 1969 Lotus Europa | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lotus |
| Model | Cavalier | Europa |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2190 cc | 1470 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.1 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1187 kg | 612 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 45 L |
