2001 Dodge Dakota vs. 1969 Lotus Europa
To start off, 2001 Dodge Dakota is newer by 32 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 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Dodge Dakota (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1969 Lotus Europa. (78 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1969 Lotus Europa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 918 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, 2001 Dodge Dakota (196 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Dodge Dakota | 1969 Lotus Europa | |
| Make | Dodge | Lotus |
| Model | Dakota | Europa |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 1470 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 612 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2340 mm |
