1998 Infiniti QX4 vs. 1968 Lotus Europa
To start off, 1998 Infiniti QX4 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Lotus Europa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Lotus Europa would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Infiniti QX4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Infiniti QX4 (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1968 Lotus Europa. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Infiniti QX4 should accelerate faster than 1968 Lotus Europa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Infiniti QX4 weights approximately 1350 kg more than 1968 Lotus Europa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Infiniti QX4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Lotus Europa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Infiniti QX4 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1998 Infiniti QX4 (359 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Infiniti QX4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Infiniti QX4 | 1968 Lotus Europa | |
Make | Infiniti | Lotus |
Model | QX4 | Europa |
Year Released | 1998 | 1968 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 1470 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 359 Nm | 103 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1080 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2340 mm |