1999 Ford Econoline vs. 1969 Lotus Europa
To start off, 1999 Ford Econoline is newer by 30 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 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Ford Econoline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Econoline (212 HP @ 4450 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1969 Lotus Europa. (78 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Econoline should accelerate faster than 1969 Lotus Europa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Econoline weights approximately 1743 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, 1999 Ford Econoline (393 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Econoline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford Econoline | 1969 Lotus Europa | |
| Make | Ford | Lotus |
| Model | Econoline | Europa |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4604 cc | 1470 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4450 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2355 kg | 612 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2340 mm |
