2000 Dodge Avenger vs. 1969 Lotus Europa
To start off, 2000 Dodge Avenger is newer by 31 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Dodge Avenger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Dodge Avenger (164 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1969 Lotus Europa. (78 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Avenger should accelerate faster than 1969 Lotus Europa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Dodge Avenger weights approximately 840 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, 2000 Dodge Avenger (234 Nm @ 4350 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Dodge Avenger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Dodge Avenger | 1969 Lotus Europa | |
Make | Dodge | Lotus |
Model | Avenger | Europa |
Year Released | 2000 | 1969 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1470 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 164 HP | 78 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 234 Nm | 103 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4350 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 612 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1080 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2340 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 45 L |