1998 Dodge Ram vs. 1969 Lotus Europa
To start off, 1998 Dodge Ram is newer by 29 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 5,899 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Dodge Ram (242 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1969 Lotus Europa. (78 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1969 Lotus Europa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1518 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, 1998 Dodge Ram (453 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 350 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Dodge Ram | 1969 Lotus Europa | |
| Make | Dodge | Lotus |
| Model | Ram | Europa |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5899 cc | 1470 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 453 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2130 kg | 612 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2340 mm |
