1994 Ford Royale vs. 1969 Lotus Europa
To start off, 1994 Ford Royale 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 1,982 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Ford Royale is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ford Royale (109 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1969 Lotus Europa. (78 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ford Royale should accelerate faster than 1969 Lotus Europa.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Ford Royale (173 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Ford Royale will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ford Royale | 1969 Lotus Europa | |
| Make | Ford | Lotus |
| Model | Royale | Europa |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1982 cc | 1470 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2340 mm |
