1994 Dodge Caravan vs. 1969 Lotus Europa
To start off, 1994 Dodge Caravan 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 2,501 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Dodge Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Dodge Caravan (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1969 Lotus Europa. (78 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Dodge Caravan should accelerate faster than 1969 Lotus Europa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 793 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 Dodge Caravan (183 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Dodge Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Dodge Caravan | 1969 Lotus Europa | |
| Make | Dodge | Lotus |
| Model | Caravan | Europa |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2501 cc | 1470 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 612 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2340 mm |
