2002 Dodge Viper vs. 1969 Lotus Europa
To start off, 2002 Dodge Viper is newer by 33 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 8,275 cc (10 cylinders), 2002 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Dodge Viper (493 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 415 more horse power than 1969 Lotus Europa. (78 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1969 Lotus Europa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Dodge Viper weights approximately 923 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, 2002 Dodge Viper (712 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 609 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Dodge Viper | 1969 Lotus Europa | |
| Make | Dodge | Lotus |
| Model | Viper | Europa |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 8275 cc | 1470 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 712 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.4 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100.6 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 612 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |
